PEST CONTROL: TERMITE INSPECTIONS
There are a number of strategies that can be used to reduce the risk of termite infestation. Termites love moisture so it is important to eliminate any source of constant moisture around your home. Leaking pipes or gutter, leaking hot water services or overflow from air conditioners should all be attended to.
If you’re building an extension you can use certain construction methods and materials that considerably reduce termite risk. Ask us for advice at the planing stage, as these treatments can not be used once the structure is built. A termite barrier like (Kordon) will stop termites from gaining concealed access to your home. Regular inspections will catch the arrival of termites sooner and allow for remedial treatments to be commenced thereby reducing the amount of damage they cause.
Termite bait (Sentricon II Recruit Termite Bait)can be used to eliminate the entire colony even if the nest and royal cell cannot be found.
Termite monitoring and baiting stations (Sentricon II System) can be used as termite alarm systems and with the introduction of bait can eliminate the colony and thereby protect the structures where they are installed.
Chemical Soil Barrier treatments (Premise)treatment of the soil under and around the structurecan be used to prevent termites gaining concealed entry into buildings.
Timber products around the structure should not be in contact with the ground.
Do not plant trees, shrubs and climbers against a building, and be aware that nests in mature eucalypts, tree stumps and hardwood sleeper walls are potential sources of building infestations. If the building is on a slab, avoid piling soil or timber against external walls. A common point of entry into these structures is over the edge of the slab, materials stored in this manner gives the termites a concealed entry point.