The termite notice in a Berwick meter box
What the notice tells you, and what it means when it is missing or out of date.
In short: A small card in the meter box records how the house was protected against termites, and when.
What the notice is
A durable notice describing the termite management system, when it was installed and how often it should be inspected.
When it is missing
We regularly find no notice in Berwick meter boxes, which leaves the buyer with no record of any protection.
When it has lapsed
Chemical treatments have a working life. A notice past that date suggests the protection may no longer work.
What to do next
Ask the vendor for treatment records and have a licensed pest manager advise on renewal.
Written by our local inspection team from work carried out in Berwick. Licensed building practitioners, Building & Plumbing Commission registration CDB-U 53425.
