Termite Prevention
Wheeler Heights Northern Beaches

Prevention & Pest Control Against Termites

Around Australia, termites are often called ‘white ants’. These tiny insects can wreak a significant amount of property damage annually. Due to the great capacity for destruction, residents of Wheeler Heights Northern Beaches are advised to find quality termite prevention services.

Termite Removal

There are various types of termite infestations and so the best treatments also vary. When you call in the experts, they will likely to apply one of two general termite removal systems. This can include chemical treatments that form a barrier between the termites and the building you wish to protect. Or perhaps, the eradication of the termite colony with baiting techniques.

In Wheeler Heights, chemical treatments are the more frequently applied management strategy to eradicate white ants. However, baiting and interception for colony eradication has its’ own advantages that shouldn’t be ignored.

It is wise to first get a specialist white ant exterminator come out to the property to evaluate the damage.

If you feel that your residence or building is under threat from insect invasion, don’t panic. Phone us and get the assistance of the best termite prevention team covering the Wheeler Heights area. We will assist you to make a knowledgeable decision on this vital service, and offer you a very competitive price for treatment.

For additional info on our services, call 0480 024 706.

Effective Treatment for Termites

Repelling Chemicals

Repellent chemicals provide great defense against termites because they are easily detected and strongly avoided by them. Unfortunately, if there is a break in the chemical, either from being unable to access all areas, or if a treated area is later compromised, white ants can discover the gaps and gain entry.

Bifenthrin is a commonly used chemical repellent, with a residual lifespan of up to five years.

Non Repellent Chemicals

These chemicals are not detected by termites, and thus the termites do not avoid contact with the chemical. Once exposed, the white ants are killed, and can also transfer the chemical on to fellow colony members, thus causing a flow on result.

Because termites are not able to detect these non-repellents, they find no difference between areas which are treated and the ones which are not, so there is likely to be less ingress through gaps.

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

Baiting Systems For Termites

Above Ground Systems may be used to eliminate termites from houses 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.

A whole termite nest or colony can be eliminated in this way, even in instances where the location 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 in order that they are in locations where there is termite activity.

While In Ground Systems are used in a similar way, they are typically situated around the property to offer an early warning and interception system. Systems such as these are especially useful where the residence design means that a robust perimeter barrier is impossible to install.

Advantages Of Termite Baiting Systems

The Indications Of Termite Infestation

Here are the common signs you have a termite infestation:

How Much Damage Can A Colony Of Termites Do?

It surprises many people to learn that termites may cause a significant amount of damage to structures. In fact, just one nest of termites can render a dwelling unsafe if the problem is severe enough. Set your mind at ease; call Pest Control Northern Beaches and have one of our termite prevention experts inspect your Wheeler Heights home as soon as possible.

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