Termite Treatment

More about Termite Treatments

What is involved in a treatment? - Does it last long? - Is it worth it?

The cost of installing an appropriate treatment around your home can be significant and sometimes you wonder if it’s worth the cost.

No treatment can absolutely guarantee that termites will not attack your home. But if the chemical treatment is installed correctly and you ensure all the recommendations given to you by our professional inspector are completed, then your home is very unlikely to be infested.

There is no insurance policy against termite damage. Understanding that, a treatment becomes a very cost effective investment for prolong protection over a number of years.

Depending how long the manufactures warranty is for the chemical recommended, you can break it down to a “cost per year” for “peace of mind” and effective protection. Divide the cost of the treatment by the years the chemical will last, and you’ll get a cost per year. Regard that as insurance.
See our Calculations page for advice on how to estimate potential treatment costs.

What is involved with a treatment?

Recommendations on “After-Care” of your treatment

• Cover the treated trench with pavers or a layer of stones. This will help to stop pets disturbing the treatments and prevent deterioration from rain and dampness. The 300mm x300mm pavers are ideal, or about 2cm thick layer of stones, or pebbles, (without the black plastic) is recommended. Any bedding sand or new soil needs to be treated.
  
• Ensure there are no leaks near the treated zone. Regularly check that taps aren’t leaking and that storm water pipe freely drains away from the structure. Don’t introduce any plants or trees near the treated zone. If you want plants for privacy or shade, ensure that they are potted in suitable pots that will contain the roots above the ground.
  
• Establish a “walk around” zone were you can readily walk around your home’s perimeter allowing you to check all the weep holes and slab edge. Cut plants back so that you can see along the perimeter.

    For more information, Please check our
Self Detection and Self Prevention Pages.