Termite Control
Newport Northern Beaches

Termite Treatment & Protection

In Australia it is common for termites to be referred to as ‘white ants’. These are insect pests that can cause extensive damage to structures and houses in Newport Northern Beaches each year, making termite control so important.

Managing & Removing Termites

There are several treatments possible and each has its benefits and draw backs. Two main strategies are commonly used for termite management in Newport; either the production of a termite barrier between the building and the termites, or eradication of the termite colony through baiting. Contact us today for more info about the cost for termite treatment and management.

For the most part, chemical remedies the most commonly used management strategy for white ant treatment in Newport. Nevertheless, there are distinct benefits to interception and baiting that should be considered as well.

It is important to first get a professional white ant exterminator visit the property to fully evaluate the damage.

If you feel that your house or building is under threat from insect invasion, don’t panic. Give us a call to receive the help of the most experienced termite control team covering the Newport area. We will assist you to make an informed decision about this important service, and offer you a competitive price for treatment.

To find out more about the termite control costs, give our team a call right away.

Chemical Treatment Against Termites

Repelling Chemicals

Repellent chemicals provide great defense against termites since they are easily identified and strongly avoided by them. Unfortunately, when there’s a break in the chemical application, either due to a lack of access to all areas, or if a treated area is later compromised, termites can recognise these gaps and gain entry.

The commonly used repellent is Bifenthrinthat features a residual life of up to five years after application.

Non-Repellent Chemicals

Termites cannot identify these repellents. Because of this, they don’t avoid the treated areas, and thus die after they have contact with them. Additionally, termites will transfer the chemical to other colony members, creating a flow on effect.

Since termites don’t detect non repellents, they won’t recognise untreated and treated places, and thus access through possible gaps is much less likely.

Fipronil is the most commonly used non repellent on the market, and features a residual life of up to 8 years.

Baiting Systems For Termites

Above Ground Systems are employed to remove termites from your house by putting attractive bait stations directly on the sites of termite activity and thus encouraging the pests to eat a poison bait instead of the structure. These termites will then feed the bait to other individuals in the nest which results in a compounding result.

An entire termite nest or colony can be eliminated in this way, even in instances where the position of the colony is not known. It is essential to monitor and assess these stations regularly so that they can be added to, re-baited or moved so they continue to be in locations where there is termite activity.

In Ground Systems can be used similarly to Above Ground Systems. However they are typically installed around the property to provide early detection of termites. This method is particularly important when the building design prevents the effective use of perimeter barriers, as they stop the white ants before the perimeter is breached.

Baiting System Advantages

Common Signs You Are Dealing With A Termite Infestation

There are several signs your home has a white ant infestation:

What Damage Can Termites Do?

Termites can cause significant damage to structural components in the house. If severe, the infestation can make the home unsafe for use. Contact Pest Control Northern Beaches today, and arrange for one of our termite control experts to drop by and inspect your Newport building.

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