Termite Pest Control FAQ
Inner West

Frequently Asked Questions

I've sighted live termites, what action should I choose?

If you discover live termites (white ants) that you ought to avoid disturbing them at all price. The method of management has to be determined before they are disturbed. Without doing so, you risk getting them draw from the area before you are able to fully eradicate them. Any wood that has been ruined by the termites should not be replaced before full eradication is complete.

What's the cost related to a termite treatment?

There are lots of factors that come into play when determining the price for treatment. For example, the dimensions of the home and the location of this termites makes a difference. We're happy to send one of our professional technicians to your house to ascertain what is going on and what could be done to help. Simply give us a call so we can schedule an inspection time that works for you.

Is the treatment safe for everybody?

One of the biggest worries a great deal of homeowners have is that the treatment will not be secure. Provided that you abide by all the guidelines that our specialist technicians provide each customer, you will have the ability to get your termites eradicated safely without placing your loved ones or pets at risk. Each one the termiticides used are secure and modern.When you receive your property handled from our trained and professional technicians, then you'll have peace of mind knowing that we use contemporary termiticides when we are treating your house and surrounding land. Therefore, you won't need to worry about putting your loved ones or pets in danger. As long as you follow the directions from our professional technicians, you have nothing to worry about as far as your health is concerned.

Do I have to leave during the treatment?

You are required to be away from your premises from the moment our technicians appear for the treatment of your property. We strongly advise that you and your pets stay off the house for 6-8 hours to enable the pesticides to dry completely.

How often should termite treatments take place?

This will differ based on the type of chemical you get your house treated with. The life expectancy is not the same for every chemical. Usually, a great deal of the chemicals used on properties in the market will persist for no less than five years and as many as 8 years assuming the protective barrier has not been bothered. But due to the variance, it's always recommended to obtain a professional opinion annually to make sure your property remains free of termites.

How do I prevent termites?

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 materials. Treat any sources of excess moisture like faulty pipes, leak sources, or dampness as a result of poor drainage. Garden beds should be raked from structures to maintain weep holes and concrete slab edges vulnerable. Keep any loose wood and trash away from your premises, and prevent direct wood-to-soil touch around your property. Remove stumps and dead trees since they're harbouring areas for subterranean termites.