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Termite Inspection cost in Australia

Visual + thermal/moisture inspection for termites. Here is what it typically costs, what is and isn't included, and how prices shift by city — then check your own quote against it.

Typical price

$200$450

Most people pay around $330

National guide (Sydney baseline). Confidence: high. Last reviewed 2026-05-25.

Materials

This is a labour or service charge; you supply any materials.

Inspection only — no chemicals applied. Report supplied.

GST & fees

Quotes usually include GST.

By city

Termite Inspection prices by city

City figures apply local cost-of-living adjustments to the national guide.

CityTypical rangeAround
Sydney$200$450$330
Melbourne$184$414$304
Brisbane$170$383$281
Perth$164$369$271
Adelaide$156$351$257
Canberra$186$419$307
Hobart$164$369$271
Darwin$176$396$290
Gold Coast$166$374$274
Toowoomba$156$351$257
Ballarat$168$378$277
Bendigo$166$374$274
Townsville$170$383$281
Mackay$184$414$304
Albury-Wodonga$160$360$264

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FAQ

Termite Inspection: common questions

Termite Inspection cost: how much should you pay?+
Termite Inspection typically costs $200 to $450 in Australia, with most people paying around $330. Visual + thermal/moisture inspection for termites.
Are materials included in the price?+
This is a labour or service charge; you supply any materials. Inspection only — no chemicals applied. Report supplied.
Is GST included?+
Quotes usually include GST.
How long does it take?+
A typical termite inspection job takes around 1.5 hours, though access and complexity can change this.

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