Termite Pest Control FAQ
South West Sydney

Frequently Asked Questions

I have sighted live termites, what action should I take?

When live termites, also known as white ants, are found, it’s best not to do anything to interfere with their colony until a strategy for eradication is set into position. The termites might move to a different location if there’s interference with the infested timber. If that occurs, it is going to be quite hard to completely eliminate the termites. Once the white ants are cared, the timber should be replaced.

How much should I expect to have to pay to get my home treated?

This is not a simple answer. After all, the price will vary depending on various circumstances. Among the chief factors which will cause the price to change would be the size of your property. The bigger your house is, the more you can expect to pay. Furthermore, if your house has poor accessibility or perhaps if the preparation is significant, you can expect to pay more. Because of this, you want to arrange a visit with one of our experienced technicians to get a suitable evaluation to guarantee the quotation is most accurate.

Will The Treatment Be Safe For Individuals Living In Your Home And My Pets?

We have skilled and trained technicians who are handling the eradication of termites. They’ll apply safe termiticides when they are in the process of treating your property to eliminate the termites. You’ll be asked to stay away from your home for a specified time to allow the pesticides to fully dry and in order to safely reenter your property.Our skilled technicians only utilize safe, contemporary termiticides for insect eradication in your property. It is vital that you adhere to all directions regarding the duration to be away from your house to permit for the total drying of pesticides.

Do my family and I need to vacate during treatment?

You and your family members must vacate the premises during treatment. If our technician arrives, you will be asked to vacate the premises to get a complete 6 to 8 hours to permit the compounds to go to work and fully dry until you re-enter.

How frequently should termite treatments take place?

This will vary depending on the sort of chemical you get your house treated with. The life expectancy isn’t the same for every chemical. Usually, a lot of the compounds used on properties on the marketplace will persist for no less than 5 decades as many as 8 years assuming the protective barrier hasn’t been bothered. However, due to the variance, it’s always recommended to get a professional opinion annually to make sure your property remains free of termites.

How Do I Effectively Prevent Termites From Getting Into My Home?

Schedule an annual professional property inspection by a qualified and licensed pest control. Replace any untreated retaining walls or wood garden perimeters with wood that’s treated for termites or other termite-resistant substances. Treat any sources of excessive moisture such as faulty pipes, leak resources, or dampness due to inadequate drainage. Garden beds should be raked away from structures to maintain weep holes and concrete slab edges exposed. Keep any loose timber and trash from the premises, and prevent direct wood-to-soil touch around your home. Remove stumps and dead trees since they’re harbouring areas for subterranean termites.