Technology We Use

All ABIS Inspectors come armed with the latest technology to make finding termites and building defects easier…

Infrared Thermal Imaging Camera

Within their nest, workings and leads, termites create a climate which is discernibly hotter than its surroundings. Infrared Thermal Imaging passively reads the surface temperature differential of the surface it is pointed at so that termite problems may be detected without disturbing walls and even before termites create significant damage. When used by properly trained inspectors, large areas can be scanned quickly to identify and target hot spots accurately. Apart from sourcing termite activity, Thermal Imaging may also be used to identify moisture and ventilation problems.

Term-a-trac

Explained simply, Term-a-trac emits signals which penetrate the material being scanned. Where these signals are interrupted by termite activity, the operator is alerted, allowing him to, track the extent of the termite activity without disturbance to their entry point, locate termite nests via their entry point and determine the most suitable treatment.

The advantage of Term-a-trac is being able to detect termites through timber, plaster board, brick or masonry without any structural or surface damage to your home. With no drilling, tapping or prodding, there is no need to break open damaged timbers or termite mud leads. Term-a-trac even allows skilled operators to identify the species of activity before galleries are opened. This is achieved by monitoring the movement or pulses on the screen, where the type of movement differs markedly for different termite species.

Moisture Meters

When applied to a surface, these may detect high moisture levels behind plaster sheeting and timber walls, indicating the presence of conditions that attract termites even when there are no outward signs of damage. A moisture meter will also detect fungal decay due to leaking pipes or rising damp. All high moisture readings should be investigated to determine the cause.

Optical Probes

Where termites are suspected to be present behind walls, their presence may be confirmed visually by drilling a small hole and inserting a ‘Boroscope’ which illuminates the wall cavity. The inspector views the inside of the cavity via the eyepiece, rotating the boroscope to get a 360 degree view.