Termites are small, hard-to-detect creatures that can be highly destructive. Subterranean termites will cause severe and costly damage to your property and commercial buildings. Unfortunately, the climate and conditions in Queensland are well suited to destructive termites.
What are the most common destructive termites in Queensland?
The two most common destructive groups of termites in Queensland are the subterranean termite and drywood termite.
These termites can cause millions of dollars in damage to homes and businesses, so it’s important to be aware of them and take steps to protect your property.
Please note: IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE DISCOVERED DRYWOOD TERMITES, THIS WILL NEED URGENT SPECIAL ATTENTION. CALL US ASAP.
What are the signs of a termite infestation?
Termites are known as the silent destroyer because they often go undetected until significant damage has been done to a structure. One of the best ways to protect your home or business is to be aware of the signs of an infestation and termite damage.
The following are some common signs of a termite infestation:
- Mud tubes built on the exterior of your home.
- Hollow sounding timber when tapped.
- Dirt mounds near the foundations or in the yard.
- Swarms of flying insects near windows or doors.
- Wooden beams that are soft and deteriorating.
How can you prevent a termite infestation?
While there’s no definitive way to prevent a termite infestation, there are a few things you can do to make your home less attractive to termites:
- Keep your property well-maintained and free of any rotting wood or debris.
- Do not store wood or cardboard against or under the property structure.
- Fix any leaks or moisture damage right away.
- Have annual termite inspections, so if termites are active you are on to it early.
If you do suspect that you have a termite problem, it’s important to call in a professional pest control company for treatment.
Precision Pest Control offers termite inspections and treatment plans that will help protect your home from these destructive termites.
What are the best methods of termite control in Queensland?
The most effective methods of termite control in Queensland include:
- baiting systems
- chemical barrier protection
- preventative treatments such as pre-construction barriers
- regular pest timber pest inspections.
Baiting system
Chemical barrier protection
Pre-construction barrier
Termite protection is essential if you live in Queensland.
Baiting is a great way to kill termites, because the baits are taken back to the nest and eaten by the rest of the termites in the colony, eventually killing the entire colony.
Chemical barrier protection can be in a liquid form, and this is used to treat around the perimeter of the property and any termite entry points. All the chemical treatments used by Precision Pest Control are proven over time and with our experience to be safe and effective.
Find out more about Precision Pest Control’s termite treatments.
Preventative treatments work to stop termites from invading your home in the first place and should be done as part of an annual maintenance plan. If you’re building a new house or commercial premises, you should ensure you have a pre-construction termite barrier.
Find out about our pre-construction termite prevention.
So, we reiterate this important point. If you’re concerned that you may have a termite infestation, it’s vital that you get in touch with a qualified pest control expert as soon as possible. Precision Pest Control offers comprehensive termite inspections and treatment plans to help protect your home or business.
Protect your Queensland property from termites
Termites are a serious problem throughout Queensland and can cause extensive damage to homes and businesses if left untreated. It is important to be aware of the most common termite species in your area, and to take steps to protect your home or business from these pests. Properties in urban areas are not even safe from a termite attack!
There are several methods available for termite control in Queensland, including chemical and non-chemical methods. Precision Pest Control selects the right treatment method for your needs. We use a four-step plan to control termites and protect your home from future attacks.
Step one: A full termite inspection.
Step two: Eliminate termites on your property.
Step three: Develop long-term termite protection strategy.
Step four: Full report and follow-up inspection.
It is extremely important if you live in Queensland to schedule regular inspections to ensure that your property remains termite-free.
Precision Pest Control has termite management services that suit every property. We service from Sunshine Coast down to the Gold Coast.
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