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If you think you have termites, here’s what you should do …
Whilst it is tempting to poke a screw driver into a suspicious cavity or pick open a mud tube tunnel or even attempt to treat termites yourself, research shows this can make the situation worse.
What tends to happen is the termites disperse into new areas which can make them even more difficult to locate and harder to treat.
Clients that call us with a suspected termite infestation are given a priority service call out. Most people are incredibly distressed and require reassurance and immediate control of the situation.
We deal with many varying degrees of termite infestations and no matter what your situation may be, we are well equipped to bring you peace of mind and a termite free home.
TERMITE PREVENTION – HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR HOME
Termites are everywhere in Queensland. With many homes under attack and more on the termite hit list, it makes sense to look after the health of your home.
An inexpensive annual house check-up is a recommendation endorsed by the CSIRO and the best termite prevention step you can take to ensure your home has a clean bill of health.
As termite activity is difficult to detect, authorities advice homeowners to engage a reputable Termite Control Company. Termites are frequently referred to as the silent destroyers. Early detection requires a trained eye and specialist equipment. Failure to uncover a termite diagnosis can cost you thousands.
To care for your home all year round, there are additional steps you can follow that will reduce the chance of termites infecting your home. See our handy home care list below …
REMOVE SOURCES OF MOISTURE AROUND YOUR HOME
The subterranean termite is the biggest threat to your home. They require moisture to thrive and survive. By eliminating moisture around your home, this will help you avoid termites taking up residence in your home. Be sure to minimise overflows from hot water units, rainwater tanks and air-conditioning units. Ensure water has a natural flow away from the house. Clean gutters and repair broken downpipes.
VENTILATE SUB-FLOORS AND ROOF SPACES
Ensure there is adequate air flow to subfloors and roof spaces. Avoid blocking ventilation grills. Clean up and remove any potential debris that termites can use as a feeding ground or a source to retain unnecessary moisture. Ensure weepholes are left open and are not accidentally blocked during the construction phase or later obstructed with garden beds or debris.
CLEAN UP AROUND THE HOUSE
There are many things you can do to minimise food sources for termites. Remove stored timber from under the home. Remove firewood or stacked timber supplies away from the house and store in well ventilated areas. Clean up any old damp tree logs and rotting fences.
HOME CONSTRUCTION DESIGN
For homes on a concealed slab edge, termites can gain access into your home via poorly sealed pipe penetrations, cracks in the slab or the brick/cladding interface. For homes where timber is in direct contact with the ground, termites will be able to directly access the internal structures of the home. By being aware of termite entry points, homeowners can be proactive to eradicate invasion entry points.