Termite Inspection
Eastwood North West

Treatment For Termite Infestation

In Australia it is quite common for termites to be referred to as ‘white ants’. These are insect pests which can cause extensive damage to structures and properties in Eastwood North West every year, making termite inspection so vital.

Termite Removal/Prevention Processes

Each situation is different, and so there are different treatment options for specific situations. There are two strategies used are creating a termite barrier using specialised chemical treatments, and eradicating the termite colony entirely by baiting. To learn more about what these treatments cost, give us a call today.

In Eastwood, chemical treatments are the more traditionally applied management strategy to eradicate termites. However, baiting and interception for colony eradication has its’ advantages that should not be ignored.

It is crucial to have the white ant situation checked out by a professional pest controller to look at the damage and suggest a suitable management plan.

Are you currently requiring termite inspection for your home and wish to find the protection available in Eastwood that will be most suited? Are you searching for a Eastwood service that is highly effective for control of white ants? We will help you to make a well informed decision, and offer very affordable pricing for termite inspection.

For additional info on termite inspection costs, please do not hesitate to speak to us.

Chemical Treatments For Termites

Repellent Chemicals

These chemicals can be easily detected by termites / white ants, which makes them excellent for protection on treated areas. However, in the event the treated locations are not completely covered, or if they are later compromised, white ants can detect these gaps and again access the property.

The commonly used repellent is Bifenthrin, which has a lasting effect of as many as five years after application.

Non-Repellent Chemicals

Repellent chemicals are not detectable by termites. Since they do not avoid the chemical, they pass over the chemical and die as a result of coming into contact with it. They often also pass the chemical to other colony members they come into contact with, thus creating a compounding effect.

Because termites don’t detect non-repellents, they won’t recognise treated and untreated locations, and therefore access via possible gaps is much less likely.

The commonly used non-repellent option is Fipronilthat has a residual life of as many as 8 years after application.

Baiting Systems For Termites

Above Ground Systems can be used to eliminate termites from structures by positioning bait stations at the site of activity, so they begin to feed on the bait matrix instead of the timber they were consuming. Worker white ants then feed the bait to other colony members and so a compounding effect is achieved.

In this manner, the nest can be eliminated even when the location of the nest is not known. The stations should be assessed and monitored regularly in case the situation should require stations to be rebaited, the addition of new bait stations, or if they should be moved.

In Ground Systems are used in a similar manner, however they are often positioned throughout properties where there is currently no obvious activity, to aid in early discivery of white ants. These systems are particularly useful when the design of a structure makes it challenging to install adequate perimeter barriers, as it is then possible to identify and intercept termites before they breach the perimeter.

Baiting System Benefits

Signs That You Have Termites

A number of signs that you could have a termite problem include:

How Problematic Are Termites?

It surprises many homeowners to learn that white ants are able to cause a lot of harm to buildings. In fact, even a single nest of termites can render a structure unlivable if the problem is severe enough. Set your mind at ease; call North West Termite Pest Control and have one of our termite inspection experts examine your Eastwood residence as soon as possible.

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