Posted September 1, 2026 by Sarah Dunk
Category: Advice, Inspection

Selling your house can be a huge job with lots of things need to be done to pre-pare for the sale. Between the decluttering, landscaping, painting and ensuring everything is spotless for the open homes most sellers are already over the whole process.

However, one thing we constantly see in the office is that sellers miss one important step which can end up costing them thousands of dollars right at the finish line. They forgot to have the house checked for termites.

Here is how it normally unfolds: You get a great offer, and you accept but only subject to the building and pest inspection. The buyer’s inspector then finds evidence of old termite activity or worse, a current pest issue. Suddenly the buyer is wanting to pull out of the sale or wants the reduce the offer price.

Let’s consider why you should have a termite inspection carried out prior to selling a property in Dubbo or the surround Central West area:

• Remove the Buyers Negotiating Power

If a buyers inspector finds any pest issue, even something small like a heavy spider infestation or old termite damage in firewood the buyer can then use this as leverage. In most cases they will ask for a price reduction which would be more than the actual cost to repair the problem.

By having a recent termite report from a licenced Pest Controller, you are able to take that bargaining chip away.

• Helps Speed Up the Sale Process

If a delay occurs during the settelment process, you could be potentially be losing money. If the buyer was to discover a problem, they will want to halt the settlement process and arrange for quotes, treatments and / or repairs to be carried out.

When you have your ready to go Pest Report done you are showing exactly what they are buying. This can assist the buyer to be more comfortable in making fast decisions and help with an easy settlement.

• Keeping Control Over the Treatments

If there are any issues found during your initial inspection you are the one who gets to pick what treatments will be carried out and by who. This will give you the opportunity to book the right treatment and have the issue resolved on your own terms and budget.

When a buyer finds issues, they usually want the fastest and most expensive fix or would want to pick the company themselves at your expense.

• Helps to Make your Property Stand Out

The Dubbo Real Estate Market can be extremely competitive. By providing your current pest and building inspection it will show buyers that you have actively taken care of your property and are not hiding anything trying to get a quick sale. This can help set your home apart.

The Bottom Line for Sellers

Don’t get caught right before the finish line, before you call the real estate agent make sure your property is ready to sell. Let the Pest Controller know that you are planning to sell, and they can ensure there will be no hidden surprises during settlement.

For more information call our office on 68847557