Termite Treatment – Runcorn – Possum Man Finds Termites In Roof
The moral of this story is “we recommend regular termite inspections”. It was just before Christmas 2011 when we had a worried customer ring asking us for a free quote and some well needed professional advice from a qualified technician, she had contacted the right people Conquer Termites South Central. When arriving at the home in Runcorn it was soon discovered this lovely home-owner had … [Read More...]
Termite Inspection – Algester – High Risk House
Recently a customer who owned an investment property in Algester received our flyer in her letterbox and rang Nick from Conquer Termites South Central to book in a full termite inspection. The home was a typical house in Algester, three bedroom, lowset brick and established gardens. On further inspection it was also noted that the footings of the house was embedded into the soil which … [Read More...]
Conquer Termites Christmas Picnic 2011
It was the time to be merry and jolly at the annual Conquer Termites Christmas picnic held at Pandanus Beach foreshore, Wynnum. Of course, the usual Secret Santa and sweets bags were disbursed to the eager recipients, nibbles consumed and wine and beers drunk. But probably the most anticipated event was the cricket match between the North side and the South side. Who would get the bragging rights … [Read More...]
Conquer Termites in the Quest Newspaper
Conquer Termites was approached by the Quest Newspaper to contribute to a story about termites. We are always happy to advise and inform homeowners about the unseen dangers of the secretive destroyers of homes. This was what was written in the article that appeared in the Quests Newspapers throughout Brisbane, November 2011. "Warm weather doesn't mean more dips in the pool - it also means … [Read More...]
Conquer Termites supports local Swim Club
Conquer Termites had the pleasure of being one of the major sponsors of the "Richest Swim Race in Australia" held at the Clem Jones Centre at Carina in November this year. The Carina Leagues CJ Swim Club holds an annual swim carnival which attracts more than 400 swimmers. It is regarded as one of the most enjoyable carnivals on the Brisbane swim calendar. This year the Swim Club decided to … [Read More...]
It’s that time of year – Flying or Swarming Termites
Today, a couple of our technicians (based at opposite areas of Brisbane) came out to their vehicles to find them covered with flying termites, or alates. Most termites you'd be familiar with are quite pale in colour, almost transparent and are wingless. They are also blind. Swarming termites however, or Alates are specially produced reproductives with black pigment, wings and eyes, and their … [Read More...]
Common Termite Myths – Debunked!
We often see and hear so many false theories about termites, that we thought it about time to address some of the most common termite myths. You may have heard and trusted a few of these yourself. 1. Termites, or as they are often referred to in Australia-"White Ants" are a part of the ant family. This is in fact, not true. The term 'white ants' is a misnomer. The only … [Read More...]
Shailer Park Pest Inspection – Just in the nick of time.
Another quick post about Conquer Termites South Central. Nick was doing a termite inspection recently on a property at Shailer Park and very quickly confirmed the presence of active termites in one of the bedrooms. As he made his way around the home, speaking to the homeowner he discovered that the entire family was just weeks away from an extended trip to Malaysia. Obviously, weeks … [Read More...]
More happy customers – North Side
Good morning Brisbane! Happy Monday. A busy day in the office today as our phones run hot and more and more people getting inspections and treatments done. We're certainly heading into our busiest time of year, when termites are at their most active - they do love this heat and humidity. It's lovely to have positive feedback from our customers. It helps us to know where we are going … [Read More...]
Termite Inspection – Kingston – Why it pays to have our free half hour check
Nick from Conquer Termites South Central popped over to do a free half hour check at 4pm on afternoon last week. The Kingston home owner had some concerns about termites and just wanted Conquer Termites to have a quick look to see if indeed she did have any on her property. It took a matter of minutes for us to see that this property did in fact, have active termite workings. So, at her request … [Read More...]
