Termite Prevention
Greenwich North Shore

Termite Prevention Greenwich

In Australia it is common for termites to be referred to as ‘white ants’. These are insect pests which can cause extensive damage to structures and homes in Greenwich North Shore each year, making termite prevention so crucial.

Removing & Managing Termites

There are several types of termite infestations and hence the best treatments also vary. When you bring in the pros, they are going to apply one of two general termite management systems. This might include chemical treatments that form a barrier between the termites and the building you want to protect. Or perhaps, the eradication of the termite colony with baiting techniques.

Generally, in Greenwich, termite experts will use a chemical treatment as the preferred form removal strategy for killing termites, however, colony elimination through baiting also has some distinct benefits and should be considered.

It is advantageous to engage the expertise of a specialist pest exterminator to check out your home so that the damage can be fully assessed.

So you know there is a termite problem and want the very best prevention available in Greenwich? Do you need to find a reliable termite prevention service in Greenwich? We can assist you to make the right decision on the best options for your home as well as providing competitive prices.

Please get in touch with our staff with questions you might have about pricing or processes today and we will help you find the best process for your specific requirements and situation.

Chemical Solutions for Termite Infestation

Repelling Chemicals

Repellent chemicals are quickly identified by termites and avoided, so they provide great protection for treated locations. However, if not all locations can be reached, or the treated areas become compromised, termites can identify the gaps and gain access through them.

Bifenthrin has a residual lifetime of up to 5 years and is a widely used chemical repellent available today.

Non Repelling Chemicals

These chemicals are not identifiable by termites. Given they don’t avoid the treated areas, they will move through the chemical and die as a result of coming into contact with it. They may also pass the chemical to other colony members that they come into contact with, thus creating a compounding effect.

Because the termites can not identify these non-repellent chemicals, they cannot tell untreated from treated places, and are much less likely to gain access through possible breaks.

The frequently used non repellent is Fipronil which has a residual life expectancy of up to eight years.

Baiting Systems For Termites

Used to exterminate termites within a structure, Above Ground Systems position bait stations directly where there is termite activity, so the termites feed on the bait matrix rather than the timber that they were eating until recently. As well as killing the white ants that consume the bait at the source, there is also a compounding effect when worker termites feed the bait to other colony members.

A whole termite nest or colony can be eliminated in this manner, even in instances where the position of the colony is not known. It is important to monitor and assess these stations regularly so that they can be added to, re-baited or moved so they are in places where there is termite activity.

In Ground Systems are used in a similar manner, however they are often positioned throughout properties where there is currently no obvious activity, to aid in early discivery of termites. These systems are particularly useful when the design of a house can make it difficult to install effective perimeter barriers, since it is then possible to forestall white ants before they breach the perimeter.

Benefits Of Termite Baiting Systems

Common Signs That You May Have Termites

There are various signs your house suffers from a white ant infestation:

What Destruction Can Termites Cause?

Termites may cause lots of damage to the major structural components in your house. When significant, the infestation can make a house unsafe for habitation. Contact North Shore Termite Pest Control today, and organise for one of our termite prevention experts to come and inspect your Greenwich home.

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