Termite Control
Canterbury

Your Canterbury Termite Control Specialist

Why do you need a reliable termite control Canterbury specialist?

• Is the house infested with termites?
• Do you need termite control right away?
• Do you need to prevent future termite infestations in your residence?
• If you are intending to acquire a home, it is advised to have an inspection to guarantee it is free from termites.

If you say yes to any of these questions, you’re one of many. Termites affect lots of Canterbury of homes every year.

When it comes to dealing with termites, you should hire a specialist to get rid of them. The faster termites are addressed the better, to avoid the problem becoming bigger and more expensive.

Contact Canterbury Termite Pest Control now for a property inspection by one of our skilled technicians. After completion of the inspection, we will give you a quote for the fee for termite prevention and control.

Termite Protection & Treatment

Around Australia, termites are often called ‘white ants’. These tiny pests can wreak a significant amount of property damage annually. Due to their great capacity for destruction, residents of Canterbury are advised to find quality termite control services.

Termite Control/Protection Processes

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

Chemical remedies are the more traditional strategy to eliminate termites in Canterbury homes. However, intercepting and baiting to eradicate the colony also has distinct benefits which cannot be forgotten.

It is necessary to have the white ant situation checked out by a professional pest controller to evaluate the damage and suggest a suitable management plan.

If you think that your residence or building is under threat from insect invasion, don’t panic. Phone us and receive the assistance of the most experienced termite control team covering the Canterbury area. We will assist you to make an informed decision about this vital service, and offer you a very competitive price for treatment.

Do not hesitate to make contact with our specialists if you want additional information about the termite inspection cost.

Chemical Treatment for Termite Infestation

Repellent Chemicals

These chemicals can be easily detected by termites / white ants, making them great for protection on treated locations. However, if the treated locations aren’t fully covered, or if they are later compromised, then white ants can detect these breaks and again access the building.

The most widely used repellent is Bifenthrinthat has a lasting effect of as many as 5 years after application.

Non Repellent Chemicals

The chemicals are not detected by termites, and thus the termites don’t avoid exposure to the chemical. Once exposed, the white ants will soon die, and will transfer the chemical on to other colony members, thus resulting in a flow on effect.

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

The most frequently used non-repellent is Fipronil which has a residual life span of as much as eight years.

Understanding Various Termite Baiting Systems

Above Ground Systems may be used to eliminate termites from homes 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.

In this way, the whole termite colony can be erradicated, even though you don’t know the actual location of the colony. The bait stations continue to be monitored and assessed, so that they can be added, rebaited and/or moved in response to the observed results.

While In-Ground Systems are used in a similar way, they are more commonly installed throughout the property to provide an early detection and interception system. Systems such as these are particularly useful when the home design is such that a robust perimeter barrier is hard to install.

Baiting System Benefits

• Highly flexible & efficient termite protection system
• Poor weather does not impact control
• Safe for use around children and pets
• Ecologically Smart

Signs You Are Facing Termite Infestation

Here are the common signs you have termites:

• Small holes in the drywall and/or wood
• Damaged or disintegrating wood
• "Mud tubes" appearing on the ceiling, floors, woodwork, brick work and subfloor areas
• Trees show signs of colonys & mounds
• Swarms of winged termites (alates) flying to the colony

What Destruction Can Termites Cause?

It surprises many people to discover that white ants may do a significant amount of harm to structures. In fact, even just one nest of termites can render a structure unusable if the problem is severe enough. Set your mind at ease; call Canterbury Termite Pest Control and have one of our termite control specialists inspect your Canterbury house asap.

Insured, Licensed & Qualified

• Termite Prevention & Protection
• White Ant Insecticide
• Termite Baiting Systems
• Drywood Termite Treatment
• Best Termite Treatments
• White Ant Fumigation
• Home White Ant Pest Control
• Commercial Termite Control
• End Of Lease Termite Control