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Termite Inspections
Lake Macquarie
The first step to getting termites treated or putting in a prevention system in your home is to get an inspection by our qualified technician first.
A full property inspection will be performed and a report will be provided to explain your homes risks and what kind of treatment or prevention your home might need.
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1. Termite prevention systems
A termite prevention system is designed to reduce the risk of termites entering a building and causing structural damage.
There are several types of termite management systems used in Australia.
Chemical termite barriers
A registered termiticide is applied to soil around and, where appropriate, beneath a building's foundations. This creates a treated zone designed to protect against concealed termite entry.
Termite monitoring and baiting systems
Monitoring stations are strategically installed around the property. They are inspected regularly for termite activity. Where termites are detected, suitable bait can be introduced to target the colony.
Physical termite barriers
These are generally installed during construction. Materials such as stainless steel mesh or specialised physical barriers are designed to prevent concealed termite entry through building components.
What are the benefits of a prevention system?
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Helps reduce the risk of termite damage.
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Provides an additional layer of protection for your property.
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Allows termite activity to be detected through ongoing monitoring, where applicable.
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Helps homeowners manage termite risks before significant damage occurs.
Importantly, no termite management system should be considered a substitute for regular professional termite inspections.
2. Active termite treatments
When live termites are discovered in a home, a professional assessment is required to determine the extent of the infestation and the most appropriate treatment.
Different treatment methods may be used depending on the termite species, location of activity, building construction and extent of the infestation.
1. Direct termite treatments
Specialised products may be applied directly to identified termite workings and affected areas. Depending on the product and application, these treatments can help eliminate termites in the treated areas and contribute to colony management.
2. Termite baiting systems
Bait stations are used to attract foraging termites. Workers consume the bait and share it with other colony members. The active ingredient is designed to disrupt the colony and, with sufficient consumption and ongoing monitoring, can lead to colony elimination.
3. Chemical soil treatments
A suitable registered termiticide can be applied to soil around the building, including through trenching or drilling and injection where appropriate. This creates a treated zone designed to manage termite entry into the structure.
3. What should homeowners do if they find termites?
Found termites in your home? Don't disturb them.
If you discover live termites, mud tunnels or signs of termite activity:
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Avoid spraying household insecticides onto the termites.
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Don't break open or disturb termite workings unnecessarily.
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Avoid removing affected timber before an assessment.
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Arrange a professional termite inspection as soon as possible.
Disturbing termite activity can interfere with assessment and treatment planning.
Professional Termite Management You Can Trust
At Fierce Pest Control, we understand how stressful discovering termites can be. We provide honest advice, professional assessments and practical termite management solutions to help protect your biggest investment. Servicing Bonnells Bay, Morisset, Cooranbong, Wyee, Toronto and surrounding Lake Macquarie areas.
Contact Fierce Pest Control today to arrange a termite inspection or discuss your termite treatment options.
