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How to handle a pest control emergency before the pros arrive

Modern timber pest inspections have evolved far beyond simple tapping. Learn how non-destructive thermal imaging and radar pinpoint hidden nests.

ExPest Team
12 Sept 2026
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Modern timber pest inspections have evolved far beyond simple tapping. Learn how non-destructive thermal imaging and radar pinpoint hidden nests.

1. High-Resolution Infrared Thermal Cameras

FLIR thermal imagers detect slight temperature differentials produced by termite metabolic activity and moisture inside wall cavities.

2. Termatrac T3i Radar Diagnostics

Termatrac radar penetrates plasterboard and brick veneer to detect subterranean termite movement without drilling into decorative surfaces.

3. Comprehensive AS 3660.2 Compliance Reports

Receive a 25-page digital report with high-resolution thermal photos, risk assessments, and recommendations within 24 hours.

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