Emergency termite inspection · Melbourne
Found mud tubes or a swarm indoors?
Get an inspection fast.
A sudden swarm of winged termites after rain, mud tubes along a wall, or timber that sounds hollow when you tap it — Trident Pest Control runs a genuine 24-hour emergency line for exactly this.
- Licensed VIC pest technicians — Lic. L012728
- Full inspection with a clear, documented report
- Fixed price agreed with you before any work starts
- Family and pet safety is a priority in how treatments are applied
Request an emergency inspection
Tell us what’s going on and we’ll get back to you to confirm arrival.
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When it's an emergency
When a termite inspection becomes urgent
Termite damage is progressive and often hidden, so a few signs are genuinely worth acting on straight away rather than waiting for a routine check-up.
A swarm of winged insects indoors
Termites often swarm after rain as young reproductive termites (alates) leave an established colony to start new ones — a strong sign of nearby activity.
Mud tubes on walls or foundations
These pencil-width tubes protect termites as they travel between the soil and timber, and are one of the clearest visible signs of activity.
Timber that sounds hollow or crumbles
Damaged skirting boards, door frames or structural timber can indicate activity that's been progressing for some time.
Damage discovered during renovation
Termite damage found once walls or floors are opened up needs prompt assessment before work continues.
An urgent report before sale or settlement
A pending sale or settlement date often means a documented inspection is needed on a tight timeline.
A neighbouring property has confirmed termites
Termites can move between adjoining properties, so confirmed activity next door is a reasonable trigger for your own inspection.
Termites or flying ants?:
Termites or flying ants?: During a swarm, it’s easy to confuse the two. Termites generally have straight, bead-like antennae, a thick, uniform waist, and two pairs of wings of roughly equal length. Flying ants have bent antennae, a distinctly pinched waist, and front wings that are noticeably longer than their back wings. If you’re not sure, a few collected insects in a sealed container can help us confirm on arrival.
Insurance note: Termite damage is typically excluded from standard home and contents insurance policies in Australia, which is why a professional inspection report often matters for a property sale, dispute, or simply understanding what you’re dealing with.
Before we arrive
What to do while you wait
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Don't disturb mud tubes or affected timber
Leaving evidence intact helps with an accurate assessment on arrival.
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Collect a few swarming insects if you can, safely
A small sample in a sealed jar or container can help confirm identification before the technician even arrives.
3
Avoid DIY termiticide sprays
These can scatter or disperse activity, making both treatment and inspection less accurate afterwards.
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Hold off on repairs to affected timber
Wait until the area has been properly inspected before patching or replacing anything.
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Note where and when you noticed activity
Helps the technician understand the likely extent and timeline of the issue.
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Gather any relevant paperwork if it's for a sale
Previous pest reports or building inspections can help speed up the process if there’s a settlement deadline.
- How it works
From your call to a treated property
We don’t simply treat the pest. We identify the cause, apply the right treatment and help reduce the chance of it coming back.
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Call or request online
Tell us what you're seeing and roughly where the trail or nest is.
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Technician dispatched
We prioritise genuine emergencies and confirm an arrival window with you.
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Assessment & fixed price
A full inspection first, then a fixed price agreed before any work starts.
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Treated & explained
Nest treatment carried out, with plain-English advice on prevention going forward.
Why Melbourne trusts us
What Melbourne trusts us on
Fully licensed & insured
VIC pest control licence L012728.
Family & pet conscious
Safety is front of mind in how products are chosen and applied.
Upfront fixed pricing
Agreed before work starts — no surprises on the invoice.
Police-checked technicians
Every technician entering your property has been vetted.
Local Melbourne team
Based in Truganina, working across the west, north and south-east.
Genuine 24/7 emergency line
Not a call centre — a real line for urgent pest issues.
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FAQs
Emergency termite inspection questions
Termites have straight, bead-like antennae, a thick uniform waist, and roughly equal-length wings. Flying ants have bent antennae, a pinched waist, and front wings noticeably longer than their back wings. A sample in a sealed container helps us confirm quickly if you're unsure.
Yes, a documented inspection report is a standard part of the service and is often exactly what's needed for a sale, settlement, or insurance-related question.
Generally no — termite damage is typically excluded from standard home and contents insurance policies in Australia, which is part of why regular inspections and documentation matter.
A thorough visual and, where needed, moisture-meter or sounding assessment of accessible timber, subfloor and roof areas, followed by a clear explanation of what was found and any recommended next steps.
We prioritise genuine emergencies and aim to confirm an arrival window as soon as we hear from you. We haven't published a fixed response-time guarantee, but urgency — including sale or settlement deadlines — is always taken into account.
Suburbs we respond to
- Western Suburbs
- Northern Suburbs
- Melbourne & Surrounds
- Melton & Surrounds
- Geelong & Surrounds
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