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Melbourne Termite Treatment — AS 3660, Reactive-Clay Moisture, Insurance Warranty

Melbourne termite treatment reality. AS 3660.1 pre-construction barrier, AS 3660.2 existing building treatment, licensed pest controller, reactive-clay moisture drivers, insurance-backed warranty. A$1.8K-A$6.5K typical.

~1 min read·Updated 2026-04-23

Termites are endemic across Melbourne, with reactive-clay soils driving the moisture conditions they thrive on. Northern, western, and outer eastern suburbs have the highest activity. AS 3660.1-2014 covers pre-construction barriers mandatory on all new builds and major renovations. AS 3660.2-2017 covers existing-building treatment.

Pest operators must be licensed by Victorian Health and Human Services. Insurance-backed 6-year warranties are industry standard.

AskBaily routes your Melbourne termite treatment to a licensed pest controller with insurance-backed warranty.

What a Melbourne termite treatment involves

  • Inspection. AS 4349.3-2010 timber-pest inspection.
  • Pre-construction. AS 3660.1 barrier before slab pour.
  • Active infestation. Baiting (Sentricon, Exterra) or soil injection (Termidor).
  • Warranty. 6-year insurance-backed.
  • Annual. Inspection for warranty continuance.

Frequently asked questions

Is termite treatment mandatory? AS 3660.1 on new construction — yes. Existing homes — strongly recommended.

How much does a Melbourne termite treatment cost? A$1,800-A$2,800 annual inspection + bait program. A$3,500-A$5,500 active-infestation treatment. A$5,500-A$6,500+ comprehensive perimeter + interior.

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