Termite Pest Control
St Ives North Shore

Termite Pest Control St Ives

Termites are known across Australia as ‘white ants’. These regular household pests create huge amounts of damage to buildings across St Ives North Shore each year, creating a strong need for termite pest control.

Termite Removal/Management Strategies

There are several treatments possible and each has its advantages and limitations. Two main strategies are generally used for termite management in St Ives; either the creation of a white ant barrier between the structure and the termites, or eradication of the termite colony with baiting. Call us today for additional information on the cost for termite management and treatment.

Generally, in St Ives, termite specialists will use a chemical treatment as the preferred kind management strategy for killing termites, however, colony eradication through baiting also has some distinct advantages and should be considered.

To make sure the job is carried out correctly, it’s vital to get a specialist pest exterminator in to look at the damage.

So you realise there is a termite problem and want the very best pest control available in St Ives? Do you want to get a reliable termite pest control service in St Ives? We will assist you to make the right decision on the best options for your home in addition to providing very competitive pricing.

Please call our staff with questions you might have about pricing or processes today and we will help you find the appropriate process for your specific needs and situation.

Effective Treatment for Termites

Repelling Chemicals

The chemicals are easily detected by termites / white ants, which makes them great for protection on treated areas. However, if the treated locations aren’t completely covered, or if they are later compromised, termites can detect these breaks and access the property.

The frequently used repellent chemical is Bifenthrin, that has a residual lifetime of up to five years.

Non-Repellent Chemicals

These are chemicals that termites cannot detect. Since they then don’t avoid them, they will go through the residue and then die. In addition, individual termites will also transfer these chemicals to other members of the colony, providing a compounding and efficient result.

Because the termites do not detect non-repellents, they won’t recognise the difference between treated and untreated places, and thus access via possible gaps is limited.

Fipronil is the most commonly used non repellent available today, and features a residual lifetime of up to eight years.

Baiting Systems For Termites

Above Ground Systems may be used to eliminate termites from houses 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 termites then feed the bait to other colony members and so a compounding effect is achieved.

An entire nest can be eradicated in this way, regardless of if the location of the colony is known or not. The area should continue to be regularly monitored so that if required, stations can be rebaited or moved, or more can be added, depending on the observed termite activity.

An In-Ground System is used in a similar way, but they’re usually situated around the property to provide an early warning system for signs of a pending termite infestation. Systems such as these are especially useful when the construction of the dwelling can prevent effective perimeter barriers being created, as they can block termites before they can breach the perimeter.

Baiting System Benefits

Common Signs You Are Dealing With Termite Infestation

There are several signs your house has a termite infestation:

Can Termites Damage My Building?

Termites may do significant damage to the major structural parts of the house. When severe, the infestation can make the home unsafe for habitation. Contact North Shore Termite Pest Control today, and organise for one of our termite pest control experts to drop by and inspect your St Ives home.

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