Termite Control in East Maitland, NSW
Effective termite treatment & control in East Maitland
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Termite Control
Effective termite treatment & control
- We reply within 24 Hours
- Safe, effective treatments
Termite Control - Sleep soundly with safe termite control
Termite Control East Maitland – One in three Australian homes will be affected by termites, with repair costs averaging $4,500 – but yours doesn’t have to be one of them. And protection doesn’t have to come at the cost of your health either!
At OzPest Solutions, we protect homes with safe and effective termite inspections, prevention and control.
What do you need to know about termites?
Termite inspections
Why is termite damage so extensive and expensive? These tiny pests can get away with a lot before an untrained eye will spot them. It’s one of the reasons that the Australian Standards and CSIRO recommend annual termite inspections, by a professional, as a minimum.
When you call OzPest Solutions for help, we will take the time to learn about your house and what you might have noticed around the property. We will then inspect your property’s interior and exterior, as well as the subfloor and roof void (if applicable).
With our specialised tools and local knowledge, we will find any termites that may be present, or any damage they may have caused and report our findings back to you.
On the occasion that our inspection does not find active termites, we will inform you of any risk factors and/or conducive conditions that may lead to termite attack in the future if not rectified. After an inspection, these areas of concern will be brought to your attention, giving you the opportunity and ability reduce the risk of termite attack in the future.
If we do find termites, we will work with you to develop an effective and non-disruptive treatment plan for termite control in East Maitland.
Termite treatment East Maitland
Your safety is our number one priority when it comes to protecting your property and eradicating the active termite infestation. At OzPest Solutions, we only use products and methods which are proven to be safe for the environment, your family, and your pets.
We offer a range of treatments to suit any active termite infestation. No matter which of the treatment methods we use, you will be able to sleep soundly knowing that your property is being treated without the risk of unsafe treatments.
Termite control East Maitland
Whether you have had termites treated at your property, or you are simply taking preventative action, termite prevention and management systems can give you peace of mind for years to come.
Just like our treatments, the prevention and management systems and methods we offer our customers are those of which are the safest and most effective available. So, whether you choose physical or chemical barriers, or interception bait stations, you can rest assured that our team at OzPest Solutions is working with you to keep your property as safe as possible from unwanted termite attack.
Why trust OzPest Solutions for your termite control?
1. Reliable
2. Local personalised
4. Knowledgeable
5. Transparent
6. Guaranteed
All about termites
If there’s one word homeowners hate to hear, it’s probably “termites”. While we will give you personalised advice and options, understanding these pests, how they behave, and how to spot them, can help give you a head start.
Subterranean termites
About the size of a matchhead and cream or white-ish coloured, they are mistakenly called “white ants”. Although they nest underground, they're responsible for most home damage.
Drywood Termites
2 to 6 mm long and usually pale brown. They eat dry wood and are usually found in homes, dead trees, utility poles, and stored lumber.
Dampwood Termites
12 to 15 mm and brown. These pests eat moist wood and can be attracted by dilapidated buildings, leaking taps and showers, and timber close to the ground.
Identifying Specific Termites
TERMITE BEHAVIOUR
Unfortunately for us, termites are very social pests. They live together in massive colonies, as big as several million. When it comes to humans though, they’ll avoid you at all costs, so you probably won’t see them unless they swarm.
Depending on the species, termites will live underground, in the home, or in trees. But all kinds feast on wood, eating timber from the inside out.
TERMITE BEHAVIOUR
Unfortunately for us, termites are very social pests. They live together in massive colonies, as big as several million. When it comes to humans though, they’ll avoid you at all costs, so you probably won’t see them unless they swarm.
Depending on the species, termites will live underground, in the home, or in trees. But all kinds feast on wood, eating timber from the inside out.
TERMITE CONTROL – PROBLEMS CAUSED BY TERMITES
When it comes to destructive pests, termites are number one – causing over $100 million dollars of damage to Australian homes every year. But eating away at the timber in your house isn’t the only problem they cause. There are other concerns around termites, including:
- Allergies and asthma
- Increase and spreading of mould
- Damage to electrical wiring
PROBLEMS CAUSED BY TERMITES
When it comes to destructive pests, termites are number one – causing over $100 million dollars of damage to Australian homes every year. But eating away at the timber in your house isn’t the only problem they cause. There are other concerns around termites, including:
- Allergies and asthma
- Increase and spreading of mould
- Damage to electrical wiring
Tips to prevent termites
Nobody wants to lose their home to termites. Luckily, there are some precautions you can take to make your home less attractive to these pests.
Inspections
Nothing beats a professional inspection with the right tools. But you can have a look around your home for signs of termites, like:
- Hollow sounding wood (particularly skirting birds, window frames and doorframes)
- Cracked paint and wallpaper
- Hard to open windows and stuck doors
- Tunnels through wood
- Termite frass
- Mud tunnels inside and outside
Home maintenance
Keep your home safe from all kinds of pests, including termites, by:
- Promptly fix leaking taps, sinks, showers, etc
- Checking and removing any items stored in roofs and subfloors
- Finding and sealing any cracks, gaps, or holes in outer walls
- Repairing damaged flyscreens
Garden maintenance
Another way to prevent all kinds of pests, particularly termites, is by making a few changes in the garden. This includes:
- Reducing and removing any mulch or weeds against the home
- Not watering plants or grass up against the home’s foundation
- Avoiding wooden landscaping elements
- Cleaning and repairing gutters and drainage
- Not storing timber against the house or directly on the ground