The Importance of a Pre-Purchase Pest Inspection
When you are looking to buy a new home, it is highly recommended you have a professional conduct a Brisbane building and pest inspection. Only once you have a trained eye look over the property will you have a clear understanding about the extent of pests and pest-related damages that are present. Depending on the severity of these defects, the property may not be in the kind of condition you want for a home.
This is why choosing a professional Brisbane pest expect to conduct a pre-purchase inspection is so important. At Ironbark Building and Pest, we are fully licensed inspectors who use the latest in technology and our own experience to scope out any pest-related defects that may be impacting a property. Here are the top reasons why having a pre-purchase pest inspection will help guide you on one of the biggest investments of your life.
Inspect the Damage Caused by Pests
If you are thinking you can get away with not having a pre-purchase pest inspection, think again. Because of our subtropical climate, Brisbane homes are prone to having pests hanging around. While pests can usually be dealt with, leaving them be or not being aware of their presence can have a serious effect on the state of the property.
The biggest pest-related defect that inspectors will look for is termite damage. This is when termites (also known as white ants) feed on the timber in and around a property, causing that timber to significantly weaken and potentially lead to structural defects in a home. Termite damage can appear similar to wood rot, which is why it is important to have a professional perform a pre-purchase inspection. If termite damage is discovered, you will need to consider the cost of repairs and safety impacts due to the structural integrity of the home being comprised, and whether or not the home is worth purchasing.
Health Risks Caused by Pests
If pests are discovered in a property, they may pose health risks to any occupants. Each of these health risks range in severity from slight inconveniences to major points of concern, but they should all be taken seriously if you are thinking of purchasing a property. Some of these health concerns include:
Allergies caused by dust mites
Allergies caused by cockroaches
Pests such as cockroaches, rodents, and insects have been found to be carriers of cold-flu viruses
Pests such as rodents, cockroaches, fleas, and ticks have been known to carry infectious diseases such as salmonella, E. coli bacteria, and Lyme disease
Pests such as mosquitoes, bees, wasps, ants, and spiders are all capable of biting or stinging humans, potentially leading to hospitalisation
Living in a home with a bunch of creepy crawlies can have a detrimental effect the health of yourself and those living with you. And the only way you will know for certain if there are dangerous pests in a property, is to have a professional pest inspector go over the house before you purchase.
Providing Solutions for Your Pest Defects
At Ironbark Building and Pest, we can provide you with possible solutions to the pest defects in a property once they have been identified. Our team is qualified to provide you with an estimate of the costs for our pest management services and building maintenance services. This gives you the insight needed to make an informed decision about whether dealing with the property’s pest-related issues is feasible for you.
If you do decide to go ahead with purchasing the property, then our team are capable of carrying out any repairs, maintenance, or pest treatment required to get your new home into its best shape.
Book You Pre-Purchase Pest Inspection with Ironbark
If you are looking to book a pre-purchase pest inspection for a Brisbane property, then look no further than the friendly team at Ironbark Building and Pest. Contact us today!