Termite Inspection
Lilyfield Inner West

Termite Inspection & Pest Control

Termites are known across Australia as ‘white ants’. These common household pests create untold levels of damage to houses in Lilyfield Inner West on a yearly basis, creating a strong need for termite inspection.

Termite Removal/Management Strategies

Each situation is unique, and so there are different treatment options for specific situations. The two main strategies used are creating a termite barrier using specialised chemical treatments, and extermination the termite colony entirely by baiting. For more information on what these treatment methods cost, give us a call today.

For the most part, chemical methods are the most commonly used management strategy for white ant treatment in Lilyfield. However, there are distinct advantages to interception and baiting that should be considered as well.

It’s wise to first have a specialist white ant exterminator come out to the house to assess the damage.

So you already know you have a termite problem and need the very best inspection on offer in Lilyfield? Do you need to find a dependable termite inspection service in Lilyfield? We will assist you to make the right decision on the best options for your home along with providing very affordable prices.

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

Chemical Solutions for Termite Infestation

Repelling Chemicals

Repellent chemicals are quickly detected by termites and avoided. So they provide excellent protection for treated locations. However, if not all locations are reached, or the treated areas become disrupted, white ants can identify the gaps and gain access through them once again.

Bifenthrin is a regularly used chemical repellent, with a residual life span of as much as five years.

Non-Repellent Chemicals

These chemicals aren’t detectable by termites. Given they do not avoid the treated areas, they go through the chemical and die after coming into contact with it. They may also transfer the chemical to other colony members that they come into contact with, thus generating a compounding effect.

Because termites do not detect non-repellents, they won’t recognise treated and untreated locations, and thus access via possible gaps is much less likely.

The frequently used non-repellent chemical is Fipronil with a residual life span of as much as 8 years.

Baiting Systems For Termites

Above Ground Systems can be used to eliminate termites from buildings by placing bait stations at the site of activity, so they begin to feed on the bait matrix as opposed to the timber they were consuming. Worker white ants then feed the bait to other colony members and so a compounding effect is achieved.

An entire colony can be eliminated in this way, regardless of if the position of the nest is known or not. The area should continue to be regularly monitored so that if needed, stations can be rebaited or moved, or more can be added, depending on the observed white ant activity.

In Ground Systems are generally installed throughout the property as an early warning system. These systems are especially invaluable when the design of a home 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 Signs Of A Termite Infestation

There are several indications that your home has a termite infestation:

How Much Damage Can A Colony Of Termites Do?

You may be surprised to find out that wite ants can do a lot of damage to wood structures. If it becomes severe enough, termites can make a residence unsafe. Contact the termite inspection professionals at Inner West Termite Pest Control today, and we will be happy to visit your Lilyfield property and inspect for termites.

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