Termite Inspection
St George

Termite Inspection & Removal

Termites, also known as white ants, are a regular sight around Australia. When they infest a home, termites can rapidly create a considerable amount of damage, making it important to call your trusted St George termite inspection provider.

Removing & Managing Termites

There are several treatments possible and each one has its benefits and limitations. Two main strategies are generally employed for termite management in St George; either the production of a termite barrier between the house and the termites, or eradication of the termite colony with baiting. Contact us today for more info on the cost for termite treatment and management.

Chemical treatments are a more traditional treatment to kill termites in St George homes. Remember, intercepting and baiting to eliminate the colony also has distinct advantages which cannot be forgotten.

To ensure the job is done right, it is crucial to have a trusted pest exterminator in to assess the situation.

So you know there is a termite problem and want the very best inspection on offer in St George? Do you want to find a experienced termite inspection service in St George? We will assist you to make the right decision on the best options for your residence in addition to providing very affordable prices.

For additional info on our services, call 0480 024 706.

Chemical Treatment Against Termites

Repellent Chemicals

Repellent chemicals are useful for protecting areas because termites easily identify and choose to avoid them. If treated locations are compromised later or places can not be treated due to access issues, then termites can detect those gaps and gain ingress through them.

The frequently used repellent is Bifenthrin, which features a lasting effect of as many as five years following application.

Non Repelling Chemicals

Repellent chemicals are not detectable by termites. Given they do not avoid the treated areas, they move through the chemical and die after coming into contact with it. They often also transfer the chemical on to other colony members that they come into contact with, thus generating a compounding result.

Because termites are not able to identify these non repellents, they find no difference between areas which are treated and others that are not, so there is likely to be reduced ingress through gaps.

The most commonly used non repellent chemical is Fipronil, which has a residual life of up to eight years after treatment.

Understanding Various Termite Baiting Systems

Above Ground Systems are commonly used to eliminate termites in your dwelling, by placing bait stations directly on termite paths to encourage the pests to feed on the bait rather than the wood. In addition, when worker termites return to the colony, they transfer the bait to other members of the colony, therefore causing a compounding effect.

The entire colony can be exterminated in this fashion, regardless of if the location of the nest is known or not. The area should be regularly monitored so if needed, stations can be rebaited or moved, or more can be added, depending on the observed white ant activity.

In Ground Systems can be used similarly to Above Ground Systems. However they are typically installed around the property to provide early detection of termites. This method is particularly essential when the building design prevents the effective use of perimeter barriers, as they stop the termites before the perimeter is breached.

Baiting System Benefits

Signs That You May Have Termites

Here are the common signs of a termite infestation:

What Destruction Can Termites Cause?

Termites can do lots of damage to the major structural parts of your dwelling. When significant enough, the infestation can make a building unsafe for habitation. Phone St George Termite Pest Control today, and arrange for one of our termite inspection experts to come and inspect your St George home.

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