Gardens, weep holes and termites in Berwick
The soil line against the brick is where most Berwick termite risk starts.
In short: Mature gardens are a Berwick selling point. Built up against the walls, they become the main termite risk.
Why the soil line matters
Termites enter at ground level, often unseen behind soil and mulch against the slab edge.
Weep holes
Weep holes need clearance above the ground. When soil or paving rises to meet them, damp and termites have a way in.
Moisture from the garden
Beds that hold water against the walls keep the footing wet and attract termites.
Gutters and downpipes
Blocked gutters and leaking downpipe joints add water at exactly the wrong place.
Simple fixes
Pull soil and beds back from the brick, expose the weep holes and keep water flowing away.
Written by our local inspection team from work carried out in Berwick. Licensed building practitioners, Building & Plumbing Commission registration CDB-U 53425.
