Termite Damaged Timber Replacement and Repairs Carpenters Melbourne
Termite Damage Assessments - Termite Damage Repairs
Termite Damage Inspections - Termite Damage Advise
Termite Damage Inspections - Termite Damage Advise
Licensed Builder and Carpenter - Structural Repair Works Specialist
Our extensive construction experience allows us to make an assessment of the termite damage so we can replace and make repairs to the termite damaged timber in the most cost efficient method. We are well experienced in structural termite damage timber replacement including termite damage to loadbearing timber walls, roof timber framing, and loadbearing subfloor timber framing. We are efficient at temporary supporting roof loads, while replacing termite damaged structural timber framing. |
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Termite damaged assessment, repairs and replacement specialists.
We complete all associated works in replacing termite damaged timber including making good the finishes after the termite damaged timber has been replaced this includes plastering and painting.
Termite and timber pest can do serious structural damage to the timber framing of the house.
We are very experienced in replacing structural timber which has been damaged from termites, timber borer, timber pest and fungal decay.
We have extensive experience in termite damage assessment and inspections.
As licensed builders and carpenters we are well qualified in assessing and replacing termite damaged timber in houses and buildings.
We are very experienced in replacing structural timber which has been damaged from termites, timber borer, timber pest and fungal decay.
We have extensive experience in termite damage assessment and inspections.
As licensed builders and carpenters we are well qualified in assessing and replacing termite damaged timber in houses and buildings.
This photo is of a building in Melbourne which had extensive termite damage. We replace the termite damaged timber roof framing with new termite resistant timber.
About termite damage to your home
Termites cause severe damage to homes and building which can cost thousands of dollars to repair. Termite damage can be to the structural frame in timber houses damaging timber wall, timber subfloor framing and roof framing. Non structural timber and wood can also be damage by termites including timber door frames, windows, wall lining and wall cladding and skirting boards.
This photo is of a second storey floor joist which has severe termite damage. You can also see the timber frame wall stud with serious termite damage. This house had extensive termite damage to floor joists, termite damage to timber studs and termite damage to loadbearing timber beams.
The process for termite damage repairs
It is important not to disturb the termite activity in your home and to contact a professional termite specialist who will inspect the termite activity and recommend to best termite treatment for your home. The termite treatment will depend on the termites activity and construction method used to build the house. Do not do any timber replacement or repairs until a professional termite contractor has given the all clear that the termites have been eradicated. Once the termite infestation has been eliminated and your home is free from termites you can make repairs and replace the termite damage timber. As termite repair specialists we can then assess the best and most cost efficient method to professional repair your house. Replacing all termite damaged timber and termite damaged wood.
Signs you have termite damage
Inspecting Timber for Termite Damage
Termite damage is not always obvious. You cannot always see termite damage to timber framing or wood. Often termite damage is concealed by wall lining, Plaster ceilings and floor covering. Termite damage in houses may not become known until other signs arise.
Bouncing squeaking floors may be a sign of a structure problem in the subfloor timber framing area which possibly could be termite damage. Deflecting or ceiling sagging or walls are bouncing are a sign that there is a problem inspecting for the cause of the damage is extremely important as if it is termite damage it maybe quite extensive once these signs have appeared. An annual termite inspection by a qualified termite inspector is strongly recommended.
Termite damage is not always obvious. You cannot always see termite damage to timber framing or wood. Often termite damage is concealed by wall lining, Plaster ceilings and floor covering. Termite damage in houses may not become known until other signs arise.
Bouncing squeaking floors may be a sign of a structure problem in the subfloor timber framing area which possibly could be termite damage. Deflecting or ceiling sagging or walls are bouncing are a sign that there is a problem inspecting for the cause of the damage is extremely important as if it is termite damage it maybe quite extensive once these signs have appeared. An annual termite inspection by a qualified termite inspector is strongly recommended.
Signs you have structural termite damage
Crawling through this crawl space under the house doing a termite damage inspection this timber bearer was seen to be deflecting.
From the photo you can see it appears that the timber bearer is under too much load or failing. Upon inspection termite damage to the bearer was found which had compromised the timber bearers ability to support the loadbearing floor and wall above.
From the photo you can see it appears that the timber bearer is under too much load or failing. Upon inspection termite damage to the bearer was found which had compromised the timber bearers ability to support the loadbearing floor and wall above.
Termite Mud Tubes
Termite mud tubes can be found and seen created by the termite colony allowing access and an environment for them to move locations. Termites mud tubes are inspected for during a termite inspection. |
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We complete the following termite damage repair works operating across Melbourne, Victoria:
- Replacement and repairs to roof framing damaged by termites, timber rafters and trusses with termite damage.
- Replace and repair timber wall framing damaged by termites, timber studs and wall plates with termite damage.
- Replace and repair damaged timber flooring damaged by termites
- Replace and repair damaged subfloor timber framing damaged by termites
- Replace and repair damaged timber flooring damaged by termites
- Replace and repair damaged subfloor timber framing damaged by termites
- Replace and repair timber bearers with termite damage.
- Replace and repair timber joists with termite damage.
- Structural Timber repair and replacement damage by termites
- Timber beams and lintels damaged by termites repair and replacement
- Timber balcony damage by termites repair and replacement.
- We complete all repair works associated with termite timber repalcement and repairs including making good all finishes once the termite damaged timber has been replaced.
Termite Damage Inspection & Assessment
A detailed inspection and assessment to termite damage is required. Areas inspected for termite damage would be the subfloor area checking timber stumps, timber bears and joist for termite damage. the roof space are timber roof framing for termite damage. External structures would also need to be inspected for termite damage. Internal of the house of wood and timber would be inspected for termite damage including floors, door jambs, timber moulding, timber wall lining, skirting and architraves. Often an termite inspection is required which may involve removing wall lining or flooring.
Access to the subfloor area is required to inspect for timber framing and stumps for termite damage. We make subfloor access doors and subfloor access hatching for termite inspections and for subfloor invasive termite inspections.
Access to the subfloor area is required to inspect for timber framing and stumps for termite damage. We make subfloor access doors and subfloor access hatching for termite inspections and for subfloor invasive termite inspections.
Termite Inspections
An annual termite inspection is strongly recommended to prevent extensive termite damage. A house with timber subfloor access the subfloor area is crucial. A termite inspection should assess conducive conditions for termites and recommendations made. Conducive conditions for termites found maybe damp subfloor area, poor subfloor ventilation, stored timber under houses, shrubs and trees. Identifying areas that might make your home more susceptible to termite problems is an an important part of termite annal termite inspections.
An annual termite inspection is strongly recommended to prevent extensive termite damage. A house with timber subfloor access the subfloor area is crucial. A termite inspection should assess conducive conditions for termites and recommendations made. Conducive conditions for termites found maybe damp subfloor area, poor subfloor ventilation, stored timber under houses, shrubs and trees. Identifying areas that might make your home more susceptible to termite problems is an an important part of termite annal termite inspections.
Access for Termite Inspectors, annual Termite Inspections and Termite Treatments
Termites damage is usually in the most difficult to get to section of the house. Termite nest are in the ground so termite damage under the house in the subfloor area is very common. Many houses in Melbourne have extremely low subfloor heights making access for termite inspectors and termite treatments more difficult. We can assist with creating subfloor access doors for termite companies or for access for your annual termite inspections.
Invasive Termite Inspections
We can assist your termite contractor by professional removing floorboards and flooring to allow for termite treatments and termite assessment. Where your termite contractor needs to access wall or inaccessible ceilings we can cut openings and once the termite expert is complete we can reinstate the ceiling and walls.
We are very happy to work with your termite treatment company and assist wherever possible to make your termite eradication and termite repairs as smooth as possible limiting the disruption to you and your family.
We are very happy to work with your termite treatment company and assist wherever possible to make your termite eradication and termite repairs as smooth as possible limiting the disruption to you and your family.
Annual Termite Inspections
An annual termite inspection is strongly recommended it allows the opportunity for a termite inspector to identify termite damage before the termites have a chance to do any major damage to a house or property.
An annual termite inspection will inspect the full property for termite activity.
The termite inspector conducting the annual termite inspection will provide you with a annual termite inspection report. The annual termite inspection report will identify termite damage, areas of the property inspected for termites and areas of the house not inspected for termites. Areas not inspected may be due to limited access, coverings, furnishings or construction method of the building which can affect the ability to inspect for termites.
A termite inspector can also identify areas of risk of termite infestation and Inducive condition for termite activity. They will make recommendations of what you can do to make your home less susceptible to termite attack.
An annual termite inspection will inspect the full property for termite activity.
The termite inspector conducting the annual termite inspection will provide you with a annual termite inspection report. The annual termite inspection report will identify termite damage, areas of the property inspected for termites and areas of the house not inspected for termites. Areas not inspected may be due to limited access, coverings, furnishings or construction method of the building which can affect the ability to inspect for termites.
A termite inspector can also identify areas of risk of termite infestation and Inducive condition for termite activity. They will make recommendations of what you can do to make your home less susceptible to termite attack.
Should l buy a house with termite damage
Getting a prepurchase property and timber pest inspection when buying a house is very important when it comes termite damage and termite activity in homes.
Finding termite damage during a prepurchase inspection brings many questions. How much termite damage is there? How much does it cost to fix the termite damage? Are the termites still active in the house? And should l buy a house with termite damage.
Getting advise from your termite inspector or prepurchase property inspector hopefully can help you understand the way termites operate, active termites in a houses and termite damage inspections and damage assessments.
Finding termite damage during a prepurchase inspection brings many questions. How much termite damage is there? How much does it cost to fix the termite damage? Are the termites still active in the house? And should l buy a house with termite damage.
Getting advise from your termite inspector or prepurchase property inspector hopefully can help you understand the way termites operate, active termites in a houses and termite damage inspections and damage assessments.
Assessing termite damage
When termite damage is found during a termite inspection or prepurchase property house inspection the termite inspector will advise if live termites were found during the termite inspection. Termite treatment and/or termite barriers will also be advised.
When it comes to the extend of the termite damage to the house it can become difficult to determine due to the possibility of termite activity and termite damage being concealed by carpet/flooring, furniture, wall and ceiling linings and other items.
Access to low subfloor areas also can make it difficult to access the extend of termite damage and also to be able to complete a full termite inspection of subfloor area and house.
Often what looks like minor termite damage under investigation and invasive termite damage inspections can become extensive structural termite damage.
When termite damage is found during a termite inspection or prepurchase property house inspection the termite inspector will advise if live termites were found during the termite inspection. Termite treatment and/or termite barriers will also be advised.
When it comes to the extend of the termite damage to the house it can become difficult to determine due to the possibility of termite activity and termite damage being concealed by carpet/flooring, furniture, wall and ceiling linings and other items.
Access to low subfloor areas also can make it difficult to access the extend of termite damage and also to be able to complete a full termite inspection of subfloor area and house.
Often what looks like minor termite damage under investigation and invasive termite damage inspections can become extensive structural termite damage.
The Cost of a Termite Damage Repairs
We assess termite damage and use the best most cost efficient method to complete the termite damage repairs keeping the price to repair the termite damage to a minimum.
Termites can do severe damage to structural timber within a house and termite damage can also be to non structural timber and wood within a house or building. Where termites damage the structure of the timber house frame repairing and fixing the termite damage may require removing plasterboard ceilings, wall linings and floorboards. Temporary structural support of the house is also required during the process of replacing loadbearing termite damaged timber.
Where termites damage is to windows and door frames and other non structural timber and wood elements of the house replacing and repairs can be a lot simpler
Where termites damage is to windows and door frames and other non structural timber and wood elements of the house replacing and repairs can be a lot simpler
For cost effective termite damage repair it is crucial the person assessing and inspecting the termite damage for repairs has a solid understanding of construction. We understand and know how to repair and replace termite damaged timber efficiently which minimising the cost of termite damage repair. We complete all carpentry, plastering and painting works in-house allowing construction flow which keeps our price and costs as low and as competitive as possible.
Free Termite Damage Quote
As there is rarely two termite damage repair jobs exactly the same pricing over the phone can be inaccurate. We can give estimates from photos provide of termite damage but our preferred method is to come to your house or property to view the termite damage and provide you with a free quote.
Often the extend of termite damage is difficult to access with and invasive termite inspection to determine the extend of termite damage to your house. Please call us to discuss invasive termite inspections and termite damage quotes.
Often the extend of termite damage is difficult to access with and invasive termite inspection to determine the extend of termite damage to your house. Please call us to discuss invasive termite inspections and termite damage quotes.
Inspecting Inside Walls For Termites and Termite Damage
This photo is of the internal of a external stud wall it was taken during a termite damage assessment inspection.
You can see the timber stud has been completely eaten out by termites. To understand the extend of termite damage to a house and invasive termite inspection is normally required as termite damage is often hidden behind wall lining, joinery and ceiling linings. We conduct invasive termite inspections and termite damage inspections. This also allows us to be able to provide you with a detailed termite damage repair quotation.
You can see the timber stud has been completely eaten out by termites. To understand the extend of termite damage to a house and invasive termite inspection is normally required as termite damage is often hidden behind wall lining, joinery and ceiling linings. We conduct invasive termite inspections and termite damage inspections. This also allows us to be able to provide you with a detailed termite damage repair quotation.
Replacing Termite Damaged Loadbearing Walls is our Specialty
This photo shows temporary propping and supporting of a ceiling and roof to allow termite damaged timber replacement. When termites damage loadbearing timber framing members correct method of temporary propping is a crucial part of termite damage repair. If not done correctly more severe damage can be caused. As a licensed builder we specialise in replacing loadbearing and difficult to fix termite damaged timber framing.
This photo you can see the severe termite damage to a timber stud. We replaced this load bearing timber stud and most of the wall which had extensive termite damage.
We are licensed unlimited building practitioner and well experienced in repairing structural termite damage to houses and buildings.
We complete all all temporary works to support your home during the replacement of termite damaged structural timber.
We replace:
We are licensed unlimited building practitioner and well experienced in repairing structural termite damage to houses and buildings.
We complete all all temporary works to support your home during the replacement of termite damaged structural timber.
We replace:
- Loadbearing termite damage timber stumps
- Loadbearing termite damage bearers and joists
- Load bearing termite damage stud walls,
- Load bearing termite damage timber beams and lintels
- Loadbearing termite damage timber post
- Loadbearing termite damage roof rafters and roof beams
We Replace Termite Damaged Timber Roof Framing
This photo is of a timber rafter with severe termite damage. You can see from this photo there was not much timber left in this roof rafter termites had completely eaten the internal timber out. We temporary propped the roof and replace all the termite damaged roof rafters and termite damaged roof beams
Termite Damaged to Timber Floors. We Repair and Replace Termite Damaged Timber Floors
Termite damage to timber floors can often be concealed by carpet and other floor coverings and can not always be seen within the house during a termite inspection. Inspecting from the subfloor, under the house during a termite inspection for housing and buildings constructed on stumps, bearers and floor joists is very important to find concealed termite damaged to timber floors. As a builders and carpenters we area well experienced in inspecting, assessing and replacing termite damaged timber floors in the most cost efficient method. Termite damaged to the timber floor in this photo was quite extensive and was concealed by carpet.
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Replacing Termite Damaged Timber Stumps, Bearers and Joists Requires Temporary Propping To Support The Load Of The House Above
This photo is of a timber floor bearer with serious termite damage. A termite treatment had already been completed at this home. The termites entry path was up a timber stump to timber bearers, floor joists and to the walls and roof rafters. There was extension widespread termite damage to the house.
We replace termite damaged timber stumps, termite damaged timber bearers and floor joists.
We replace termite damaged timber stumps, termite damaged timber bearers and floor joists.
We Complete Large and Small Termite Damage Repair Works
This photo is from a subfloor area for a project we did in Melbourne. The termite damage was wide spread we replace all the termite damaged subfloor timber framing and installed a new timber floor.
We complete small and large termite damaged repair works. From a single piece of timber to complete timber framing projects. We are a licensed Commercial and residential builder allowing us to perform structural termite damage repairs to both commercial buildings and residential homes.
We complete small and large termite damaged repair works. From a single piece of timber to complete timber framing projects. We are a licensed Commercial and residential builder allowing us to perform structural termite damage repairs to both commercial buildings and residential homes.
This house in this photo had termite damaged to loadbearing walls. We supported the ceiling and roof loads and replaced all the termite damaged walls including termite damaged top and bottom plates and timber studs.
We complete all finishing building works once the structural termite damage is completed.
We complete all finishing building works once the structural termite damage is completed.
Loadbearing Termite Damaged Timber Beam Replacement
This photo is of a termite damaged timber beam. This loadbearing termite damaged beam had extensive termite damage.
Invasive Termite Inspection Finds Termite Damaged To Timber Stud Wall
Termite damage to timber stud walls is most often going to be concealed you wall lining. An invasive termite inspection is required to see the extent of the termite damage. An assessment can then be made for the best methodology to do the termite damage repairs.
Damage To Wall Lining Can Be A Sign Of Termite Damage
In this photo obvious damage to a wall can be seen. Extensive termite damage was found to this wall.
The complete wall had to be replaced as structural termite damage to timber stud wall was found to bottom plates, studs and top plates of wall.
The complete wall had to be replaced as structural termite damage to timber stud wall was found to bottom plates, studs and top plates of wall.
Termite Damaged Timber Bearer Replacement
We replaced this timber bearer which was supporting a loadbearing wall under a house. From the photo you can see the extensive termite damage to the timber bearer.
Replacing the termite damaged subfloor timber bearer involves supporting the loadbearing wall above until the works were completed.
Replacing the termite damaged subfloor timber bearer involves supporting the loadbearing wall above until the works were completed.
Termite Damage to Window Lintel - Termite Damage Inspection & Repairs
This is a photo of a window lintel you can see the termite damage.
Upon termite inspection termite damage was seen to stud wall and timber lintel.
This was concealed behind external wall cladding and internal wall lining. We replace this termite damaged structural timber member and reinstated wall lining and external cladding to the house once there termite damage had been repaired.
Upon termite inspection termite damage was seen to stud wall and timber lintel.
This was concealed behind external wall cladding and internal wall lining. We replace this termite damaged structural timber member and reinstated wall lining and external cladding to the house once there termite damage had been repaired.
Termite damage structural timber members.
Termites can damage loadbearing stud walls, roof framing and subfloor timber framing and most other timber in your house.
We replace structural loadbearing timber damaged from termites.
We replace all timber and wood damaged from termites including timber floor and windows.
We also repair and replace borer damaged timber.
If you would like a quote, price for replacement of termite and timber pest damaged timber please email or call us.
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