Termite Control Sydney
We are all too familiar with the disheartening, sinking experience of discovering termites in your home, but it’s important to remember that you’re not alone in this situation. Settled Pest Control is here to offer our expertise and help you navigate the process of termite removal and prevention.
Termites are a serious problem for homeowners in Sydney, causing extensive damage that can be expensive to repair. In fact, according to the CSIRO, termites cause more damage to Australian homes than fires, floods and storms combined. It’s estimated that one in three homes in Sydney will be affected by termites at some point, which highlights the importance of taking proactive measures to protect your property.
How do Termites Infest Buildings?
Termites are often called the “silent destroyers” because they can cause significant damage to a building before any visible signs of their presence are noticed. These insects feed on wood and other cellulose-based materials. This can include the structural components of your building such as roof and foundations as well as non-structural elements such as furniture and books. Termite forage in underground “galleries” and eventually make their way to your home through mud tubes they build leading them to cracks and crevices around your home.
How to protect your home from termites?
Protecting your home from termites is crucial in preventing costly damage to your property. At Settled Pest and Weed Control, we offer comprehensive termite inspections to identify any signs of infestations and provide you with a termite management plan that suits your needs and budget. Our experienced team will make recommendations, list preventative measures and treat your home to ensure your property is protected from termites.
What happens if you find termites in your home?
Give us a call. Do not disturb their workings. If you already have, do not disturb them further. You may thing by disturbing their workings, they will retreat. This may be the case however they have a habit of returning and re-entering at another point of entry to the house. Termites rely on smell to navigate and so release pheromones. These pheromones can be pursued by termites at a later date and re-infestation is likely to occur. This is why we focus on total colony elimination.
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If left untreated, termite infestations can cause extensive damage to your home’s structure and compromise its safety. This damage can be costly to repair and may not be covered by homeowners insurance.
We are not a “pay and spray” company. Our products are some of the most expensive on the market as we strive for service – not profit.
What happens if I leave my home untreated?
Termites can cause serious damage to your home if left untreated. Over time, they can weaken your home’s structural integrity by feeding on the wooden framework and support beams. This damage can lead to sagging floors, leaning walls, and even collapse in severe cases.
If left unchecked, termite infestations can also spread to neighbouring properties and increase the risk of further damage. To protect your home and prevent costly repairs, it’s essential to have regular termite inspections and treatments from a professional pest control company like Settled Pest and Weed Control.
Treatments such as Chemical Barriers, In Ground Bait Stations, Above Ground bait stations and more can be installed by your Settled Pest and Weed Control Professional.
Chemical Termite Barriers – Termidor HE
Termidor is a popular termite treatment product that has been used for over 20 years. We install this by creating a narrow trench around the perimeter of your home and flooding it with the termiticide as per label directions.
Termidor works by:
1) creating a non-repellent chemical barrier around your home that is lethal to termites.
2) When termites come into contact with Termidor, they carry the chemical back to their nest and spread it to other members of the colony through contact and feeding.
3) This transfer effect ensures that the entire termite colony is targeted, including the queen.
Why We Use Termidor HE
The most advanced Termite Protection Yet
- New advanced polymer technology creates an enhanced protection zone and promotes transport of the active ingredient. Allows the chemical to bind to the soil longer and transport through the soil further
- Unique Termidor Transfer Effect ™ ensuring the powerful active is passed through termite populations without detection
- Backed by 2 Million Dollar Assurance Warranty when complying with warranty conditions
To date – 400,000 Australian homes treated without a single failure
In Ground Bait Stations – Trelona ATBS
Trelona ATBS is a termite baiting system that uses a combination of a highly palatable termite food source , which they prefer over timber, and a slow-acting toxicant to eliminate termite colonies. We place these stations around the perimeter of your home.
1)The bait stations are placed in the ground around your property, where they are monitored by our trained technicians.
2)Once termites begin feeding on the bait, they carry it back to their colony, where it is shared with the other members, including the queen.
3)Over time, the toxicant kills the entire colony, providing long-lasting protection against termite infestations.
Trelona ATBS is an excellent option for those who prefer a low-toxicity, non-invasive approach to termite control.
Additionally, you can use this system as a preventative solution to repel new termites before they infest your home!
Why We Use Trelona – ATBS
- A sturdy and discrete bait station, designed to encourage station interception and feeding
- A system which can be applied both as a monitoring or an active system, providing year-round protection
- An advanced bait matrix, containing revolutionary termite bait technology that makes it irresistible to termites
- The only system, specifically designed to be used in with the Termidor® Range of products.
Above Ground Bait Stations – Sentricon
Sentricon above ground bait stations work by using a unique active ingredient called noviflumuron, which is highly effective at eliminating termite colonies.
The bait stations are placed in strategic locations around your property, where termites are known to forage and where termite “highways” are found.
The bait is then consumed by the termites, who share it with their colony members, eventually leading to the colony’s demise.
The process can take several weeks to several months, but it is highly effective in eliminating entire termite colonies. Call us now to have an expert at Settled Pest and Weed Control look after you.
Building a new home?
Whether it be an extension, a granny flat or a new home – Pre-Construction barriers are a must. Settled Pest and Weed specialise in the installation of these barriers depending on the details of your build.
Our specialist team of Pre Construction Installers will install the barriers that helps prevent termites accessing your homes foundation and structure – saving you time and money in the long run.
At Settled, we use the gold standard of pre-construction barriers – FMC Homeguard, backed by a no non-sense warranty
Find out more about our Pre-Construction Division
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