TERMITE SERVICES
TERMITE SERVICES
termites SOLUTIONS
We offer a wide range of Termite solutions and preventative measures to help safeguard your home or business.
Termites can cause more damage and destruction in homes than other natural disasters. If a termite infestation is not properly treated, these pests can cause extensive damage to buildings and a loss of equity in their home. Further, termite infestation can be reliably prevented by hiring professional termite control technicians who use modern termite protection methods and measures.
CSIRO research suggests that Sydney, the Blue Mountains and the north and south coasts of NSW are the second highest risk category for termite attack in Australia - second only to regions in the tropical north. Homeowners in Sydney and these surrounding regions know that termites and other wood pests thrive in our warm temperatures and high humidity.
Termite inspection and treatments are essential for Sydney homes and commercial properties that are susceptible to termite infestations. It is strongly recommended a termite inspection report is carried out at least once every 12 months and every 6 months for high-risk areas.
DID YOU KNOW?
Termites don't sleep. They build their colonies 24 hours a day, every day.
Termites are undoubtedly one of the most destructive pests. They cause extensive damage to various wooden features and structures very rapidly. They are steady breeders and build primary and many secondary nests once they settle in. If you have an infestation on your property, contact us for termite control in Sydney.
termite life cycle
The termite life cycle begins with the mating of the king and queen, after which the queen lays eggs in underground chambers. These eggs hatch into pale, wingless nymphs, which then moult and develop into workers, soldiers, or reproductives, depending on the colony's needs.
How important are Termite inspections?
A Termite inspection is a visual inspection of all the areas of your property to determine if there is any activity from timber-destroying bugs or organisms. It is strongly recommended a Termite inspection report is carried out at least once every 12 months and every 3-6 months for high-risk areas.
Termite treatment is essential for Sydney homes and commercial properties that are susceptible to Termite infestations. Schedule a Termite inspection, and let us help you stop or prevent pest infestations from happening. By applying the right Termite treatment with the help of professional Termite exterminators, you stop Termites from damaging your property. Prevent Termite infestation and save on repair costs.
Unfortunately, no household insurance covers you for Termite damage, which is why it's more important to book a regular inspection to protect your most valuable asset!
WHAT DO TERMITES LOOK LIKE?
There are over 300 species of Termites in Australia, but only a handful cause problems. Subterranean Termites (also called white ants) cause most of the damage around the country. They feed off cellulose-containing materials like timber.
Subterranean Termites can be confused for black ants as they are similar in size, however, unlike black ants, they are pale in colour (hence the name white ants).
Termites with wings (called Alates) can also be confused for moths. These Termites fly out from the colony to look for new environments to reproduce and create new colonies.
How do you know you have Termites?
Termites can cause major structural and economic damage to homes and commercial buildings by eating the inside of the structure, leaving only a thin shell for protection from the outside environment.
But they don't just eat away at structural timbers: they can also chomp their way through furniture, paper products, fabrics, clothing, footwear and even non-cellulose materials like soft plastics, building sealants and rigid foam insulation.
They aren't always easy to spot, but here are a few signs that Termites might be wreaking havoc on your home.
Mud shelter tubes they build for protection. These can sometimes be seen in brick foundations or architraves.
Hollow-sounding timber (meaning they've eaten away at the timber).
Sagging floors or doors.
Damaged skirting boards, door jams or architraves (because Termites take away the structural integrity of timber, a small knock to these areas can cause damage).
Cracked paint or plaster (as Termites eat away at timber, affecting its structural integrity, it causes cracks in paint and plaster).
Power failures (Termites are attracted to the warmth of electrical fittings behind walls).
Temperature and rainfall seem to have the largest impact on Termite activity, followed by the house's age. If you stumble across a Termite nest on your property, don't disturb it: Termites might abandon the area, move elsewhere and remain undetected.
If you suspect Termite activity in your home, it's best to have a professional Termite inspection carried out as soon as possible to determine the appropriate action plan.
How to reduce the risk of Termites
Fix any moisture problems like poor drainage, leaking pipes or inadequate ventilation.
Check your home's surroundings – shrubs or garden beds should be well clear of building edges and weep holes (the small gaps left between bricks to let water drain out).
Keep areas under your house clear – don't store items that can reduce the ventilation space under the house.
Remove any wood that's in contact with the ground and close to the house.
If you're building a new home, certain construction methods and materials can reduce Termite risk considerably.
Get regular professional pest inspections and follow their advice to reduce your termite risk. It's recommended you have a thorough pest inspection at least once a year or more often if you live in areas with high Termite risk.
How to get rid of Termites
There are three types of Termite management:
Physical barriers
Chemical barriers
Monitoring baits and stations.
The Building Code of Australia requires all new homes and extensions to have a Termite management system in place in all states (except Tasmania, where the Termite risk is negligible).
Homes built after July 1995 must have a 'durable notice' of treatment fixed to a prominent position in the building (near the meter box or the entrance to a crawl space), listing the following:
Method of Termite management
Date of installation
Life expectancy (for chemical barriers)
Recommended future inspections.
If you're building a new home or doing a substantial renovation, be sure to put in appropriate physical or chemical barriers. Some can be retrofitted, but it's easier to install them during construction.
What happens in a Termite inspection?
During an inspection, we ensure to check the following areas, if practical:
All accessible timbers under the house
All accessible timbers under the roof
Inside and outside the building and its surrounds
Gardens
Fences
Trees and stumps
Any other timber structures and trees on the property up to 50 meters from the main building
The presence and effectiveness of visible and accessible termite barriers
The susceptibility of the property to termite infestation (for example, subfloor ventilation and drainage and obvious damp areas).
The pest inspection report should include details of the following:
The areas inspected (mentioning any inaccessible areas)
Termite activity
A Termite management plan if Termite activity is found, detailing methods and costs, an assessment of all options, and the expected outcomes and limitations.
