Termite Control
Oxford Falls Northern Beaches

Control & Removal Against Termites

Termites are known throughout Australia as ‘white ants’. These regular household pests create huge amounts of damage to homes throughout Oxford Falls Northern Beaches on a yearly basis, creating a strong need for termite control.

Termite Removal/Prevention Systems

There are several treatments possible and each has its advantages and limitations. Two main strategies are typically employed for termite management in Oxford Falls; either the creation of a termite barrier between the structure and the termites, or eradication of the termite colony with baiting. Call us today for more info about the price for termite management and treatment.

White ant control in Oxford Falls homes traditionally uses a chemical treatment for killing the termites, however, baiting and interception to kill the termite colonys may have some definate benefits that can not be ignored.

To ensure the job is done correctly, it is crucial to have a reliable white ant exterminator in to assess the situation.

So you know you need termite control, and you’re looking for the best treatments that Oxford Falls has to offer? Want to make sure you’re getting best bang for your buck on termite control in Oxford Falls? For further information on making the best choice, we are more than happy to assist, and we provide very competitive costs too.

To find out more about termite control prices, give our team a ring straight away.

Chemical Treatments For Termites

Repellent Chemicals

Repellent chemicals are easily detected by termites and avoided, so they provide good protection in treated locations. If not all locations can be reached, or the treated areas become disrupted, termites can recognise the gaps and gain access via them.

Bifenthrin is the regularly used chemical repellent, having a residual life span of up to 5 years.

Non Repelling Chemicals

Repellent chemicals aren’t identifiable by termites. Given they do not avoid the chemical, they will pass over the chemical and die after coming into contact with it. They will also transfer the chemical to other colony members they come into contact with, thus creating a compounding effect.

Because termites do not detect non-repellents, they don’t recognise the difference between untreated and treated locations, and therefore access through possible gaps is restricted.

Fipronil is a widely used non-repellent available today, and has a residual life of as much as eight years.

Termite Baiting Systems

An Above Ground System is commonly used to get rid of termites from your residence, by placing bait stations directly on termite activity to encourage the pests to feed on the bait as opposed to the wood. Also, when worker termites return to the colony, they feed the bait to other colony members, creating a flow on effect.

A whole termite nest or colony may be eliminated in this way, even in cases where the location of the nest is not known. It is essential to monitor and assess these stations frequently so that they can be added to, re-baited or moved to make sure they are in locations where there is termite activity.

In Ground Baiting Systems are generally installed throughout the property as an early warning system. These systems are especially useful when the design of a house may prevent other effective perimeter barriers, as they can detect and eliminate white ants before they breach the perimeter.

Benefits Of Termite Baiting Systems

Common Warning Signs You Have A Termite Infestation

Several signs that you might have a termite infestation include:

How Destructive Can Termites Be?

You could be surprised to learn that wite ants can do a lot of damage to timber structures. If the problem becomes severe, they can make a home unsafe. Contact the termite control pros at Pest Control Northern Beaches today, and they will be happy to visit your Oxford Falls home and inspect for termites.

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