Termites

Termites are destructive in nature. Termites are a serious pest in Australia. They attack timber in buildings. Termites can destroy homes. A recent survey reveals almost 40% of homes suffer termite attack. Another survey predicts the probability of a termite infestation of a house is five times more likely than fire. Termites are social insects, the most persistent and destructive in nature. The termite which attacks more homes than any other is Coptotermes.

The best defence against termites is an effective termiticide soil treatment applied around and under your home by a professional pest manager. Most existing termite control methods involve chemicals which are applied around your home as a barrier. This barrier either repels and/or kills termites. And for a day or so after the treatment the smell can be fairly repulsive to humans as well. While this kind of protection is usually effective, if there is even a tiny gap in the barrier, the termites will find it and get to your home, in the same way ants always find a way into your kitchen no matter how diligent you are with the surface spray.

There are low toxicity methods available that are long lasting and reliable. Contact us to organise an inspection today.