Greens can help you stop them in their tracks!
Termites are a destructive, quiet, and often well-concealed pest in South Australia, causing millions of dollars of damage to new and existing structures and homes. In fact, in 2012 an industry study commissioned by the Australian Environmental Pest Managers Association estimated that termite damage and repair costs on average were $10,000 per house. So, they can be costly pests if left unchecked.
Termites love to eat cellulose which means they destroy not only timber but live trees, cardboard, and paper as well. They are experts at staying hidden and are usually only noticed after they have eaten so much wood as to make a structure flimsy. We recommend that you don't wait till you accidentally discover them before taking action. Some simple preventative measures mentioned below can ensure your home's safety.
Signs you might have termites
A common sign of termites is flying swarms known as Alates or discarded wings on the ground. In spring, especially when the weather is warm or humid, termites leave their nests to establish a new colony if their nest has reached a size that will no longer support them. Once termites pair up, they discard their wings and find a suitable site to start a new colony. If you often see swarms near your house, it may be time to consider a preventative treatment to discourage them from settling near your property.
Something we all associate with termites is hollow-sounding wood or timber. Because the termites usually consume the cellulose from the inside out, you may not see any damage, however when you knock on the surface of a termite-infested area the sound created will be hollow or muffled and papery.
Unfortunately, one of the most common ways people find out they have unwanted termite visitors is when a soft spot appears in wooden flooring or the vacuum cleaner goes through the skirting boards, door jam or architrave that has been eaten away. At that stage you need an urgent inspection and treatment!
Can I get rid of termites myself?
While you may be tempted to take matters into your own hands and spray them with insect spray, we suggest you don't. Termites are clever and will go into hiding when they detect a threat to the colony. You might think you've gotten rid of them, but they will likely show up in another location in the house. This is why you will need a professional Pest Manager to recommend the best treatment moving forward.
What to do if you discover termites
If you have accidentally uncovered termites in a wall or in your garden, take photos to show to a professional and then, re-cover the area with limited disturbance so the termites will not leave. It sounds strange, but to have them abandon the area will hinder termite treatment options.
How Greens can help you
Greens Environmental Pest Services are experts in termite inspections and termite treatments in Adelaide and SA. We have over 35 years of experience dealing with pest control, particularly termites!
Termite inspections in Adelaide and SA
We will conduct a thorough visual inspection of the exterior and interior of your property and provide you with a full electronic report via email or hard copy in the post.
Our extensive experience with termites means we can quickly assess your situation and advise on the correct treatment method to protect your property from termites and advise on future preventative treatments.
Termite treatments in Adelaide and SA
We specialise in Environmentally Friendly Termite Baiting Systems that work on the premise of colony elimination by way of the workers transporting the bait back to the colony and ultimately the Queen. This termite treatment product is 100% safe for humans and pets.
We also offer a range of liquid and dusting termite treatment options dependant on construction type and environmental factors.
Testing and probing of trees for termite activity or colonies is also provided noting that any trees on Council land must be reported to them directly by the homeowner.
Prior to Purchase Inspections in Adelaide and SA
When you're looking to buy a new property, it's an exciting time, and there's a lot to consider. However, before you dive in, let us conduct a full visual termite inspection of the property to ensure your piece of mind. We offer same-day reporting on properties you plan to purchase with termite treatment recommendations if required.
Regular termite control
One of the simplest ways to ensure you don't have any nasty termite surprises is to schedule a regular yearly termite inspection. Compared with the cost of dealing with damage to your property and its value, annual termite inspections are an easy way to avoid the pain and stress of an infestation.
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