Most Effective Termite Treatments Available

Sep 3, 2019

Popularly known by the name “White Ants”, termites thrive in humid conditions. They feed upon cellulose such as timber, cardboard and paper. A combination of moisture and cellulose is ideal for termite activity. Once, the termite infestation is present termites can eat walls, window frames, floors, skirting boards, architraves and the most costly structural timbers. The damage incurred by termite infestation can be in the thousands. It’s important to get annual inspections through a registered termite controller.

Most Effective Termite Treatments Available:

The Bait system Treatment

Baiting systems are highly effective measures used to intercept further termite infestation. They provide long term prevention through a system of monitoring stations that installed around the structures to attract colonies approaching your home. The stations are monitored monthly and if termites are found we can introduce a bait for the termites to consume. The termites are fed until colony infestation.

Baiting system is less intrusive and does not require drilling or digging a trench to the foundation of the building resulting in dust and noise. Bait systems are environmentally friendly and are the choice of homeowners. The bait poses very little risk for kids, environment and pets. The key benefits of using bait systems:

The Soil Treatment

In Victoria a soil treatment is most common for treating subterranean termites. Also known as a treated zone. This is the most labour-intensive treatment that involves trenching, drilling and injecting in concrete areas.The termiticide is handprayed into to the trench, backfilled and treated again so it soaks the soil. The concrete holes are injected with the termiticide and the holes are filled with cement. These treatments usually last up to 8 years and an annual inspection is recommended.

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