Termite Treatment
Richmond Sydney

Termite Protection & Treatment

In Australia, termites are often referred to as ‘white ants’. These tiny insects can wreak a massive level of property damage every year. Because of the great capacity for destruction, residents of Richmond Sydney are advised to find quality termite treatment services.

Removing & Managing Termites

There are various potential treatments for termites, so let us take a look at each briefly. There’s two main strategies carried out for termite control: first is the total eradication of the colony with baiting, and the other is with chemical treatments to make a barrier between the home and the white ants. Call us today to learn more about the costs associated with the various treatment options.

As a general rule, chemical methods are the most commonly used management strategy for termite treatment in Richmond. However, there are distinct benefits to interception and baiting that should be considered as well.

It’s wise to first have a specialist termite exterminator come out to the home to fully evaluate the damage.

So you know you need termite treatment, and you’re looking for the most effective treatments that Richmond can offer? Want to make sure you’re getting best bang for your buck on termite treatment in Richmond? To get more information on making the right choice, we are more than happy to assist, and we provide very competitive pricing as well.

To learn more about our services, call 0480 024 705.

Chemical Treatments For Termites

Repelling Chemicals

The chemicals can be easily detected by termites / white ants, which makes them excellent for providing protection on treated locations. However, if the treated areas are not fully covered, or if they later get compromised, then white ants can detect the breaks and once again access the building.

The most frequently used repellent is Bifenthrin, which has a lasting effect of as many as 5 years after application.

Non-Repelling Chemicals

These chemicals are not detected by termites, and thus the termites don’t avoid contact with the chemical. Once exposed, the white ants will soon die, and may pass the chemical on to other colony members, thus resulting in a flow on effect.

Because the termites do not identify non-repellents, they will not recognise untreated and treated locations, and therefore access via possible gaps is reduced.

Fipronil is the most widely used non-repellent available today, and features a residual life of up to 8 years.

Termite Control Baiting Systems

Above Ground Systems can be used to eliminate termites from homes by positioning bait stations at the site of activity, so they begin to feed on the bait matrix rather than the timber they were consuming. Worker white ants then return to the colony and feed the bait to other colony members and so a compounding effect is achieved.

In this fashion, the entire colony can be eliminated even when the location of the colony isn’t known. The stations should be monitored and assessed regularly in case the situation should call for stations to be rebaited, the addition of more bait stations, or if they should be moved.

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 detection of white ants. These systems are especially helpful when the design of a home can make it tricky to install effective perimeter barriers, as it is then possible to intercept termites before they breach the perimeter.

Benefits Of A Termite Baiting System

Common Signs Of A Termite Infestation

Several signs that you might have a termite problem include:

How Problematic Are Termites?

It surprises many people to discover that termites can cause a lot of harm to structures. In fact, even just one nest of termites can render a building unsafe if the problem is severe enough. Set your mind at ease; call Sydney Termite Pest Control and have one of our termite treatment specialists inspect your Richmond residence ASAP.

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