What to record before a pest inspection in the inner west, from established homes to newer apartments and commercial premises.
How to start a useful pest inspection
The inner west includes established homes, newer apartments and commercial premises. A useful pest plan starts with the actual building and evidence rather than a suburb-wide assumption. Waste areas, garages, gardens and older wall cavities each deserve a different look.
What to check around the property
In a house, inspect accessible door gaps, storage areas and signs of moisture. In a multi-unit building, ask whether activity is visible in shared bin rooms, garages or adjoining units. Commercial operators should keep a dated sighting record and identify areas that require coordinated access.
Clues that help identify the problem
Cockroach activity around kitchens needs species identification and a look behind fixtures. Repeated rodent signs can indicate an access route that treatment alone will not close. Ants and spiders around the perimeter call for inspection of entry points and shelter.
Before you request a visit
Keep photographs and any earlier treatment details together. Tell the operator about restricted rooms, pets and building access before the visit.
Read about the relevant treatments
Choose a guide for the pest you have seen. If the species is uncertain, describe the evidence rather than guessing.
Suburbs covered in this guide
These are the suburbs listed for this part of Melbourne. Each local page describes its service area and common pest topics. Confirm appointment availability for your address.
- Footscray (3011)
- Seddon (3011)
- Yarraville (3013)
- Williamstown (3016)
- Newport (3015)
- Altona (3018)
- Altona North (3025)
- Spotswood (3015)
- Kingsville (3012)
- Maribyrnong (3032)
- Moonee Ponds (3039)
- Essendon (3040)
- Ascot Vale (3032)
See the full Melbourne service area directory or ask Pest Eraze about a specific pest and suburb.
