Termite Protection | Paramount Pest Control

.......Termite Protection

Pre-Construction Treatments

If you are, building a new home and are concerned about termite protection for your home, whether it is part of council requirement or just a preventative measure then you will be faced with a decision. Do you select a physical or a chemical barrier, the important thing is to look at all the options and make your decision based upon what is right for you.

Physical Termite Barriers:

A physical barrier is applied to the plumbing penetrations of the property, this is considered a "Stage 1 Part A" termite treatment which complies with the Australian Standard AS 3660.1.

In a property that is to be built on a concrete slab, the termite collars are applied to the plumbing penetrations prior to the slab being poured, this is the recommended application.

A physical barrier can also be installed to the entire ground area of the property, this is the best protection for your home, and prior to the pouring of the slab is the best opportunity to apply such a treatment.

In a property where there is going to be piers (stumps) the termite shielding (ant caps) are applied to the piers, to prevent the termites from accessing the property.

Once the first layer of bricks to the foundations have been laid the termite shielding is applied to the perimeter, then the construction can continue, this is a "Stage 1 Part B" termite treatment, which complies with the Australian Standard AS 3660.1.

.....Chemical Termite Barriers:

A physical barrier is an aid to prevent termites from accessing your property, you may wish to use a chemical barrier in conjunction with a physical barrier, the pest technician will advise you as to the right choice to make.

After protecting your home by installing a termite barrier , it is still recommended that a timber pest inspection be carried out, quite often an inspection is a requirement of the termite barrier warranty.

Your home is your greatest asset, an inspection is the least that you can do to protect it from termites.

Did you know that left unchecked termites could completely eat your home in approximately two years?

Physical Barrier Options	Chemical Barrier Options

Homeguard	Strike Out
Alterm	Biflex
	Termidor

Post Construction Treatments

The realisation that your home has been attacked by termites is quite often very alarming, there is always a solution no matter the extent of the damage.

Termidor the No. 1 Choice

Termidor vs Baiting Systems

Baiting Systems

Termite Prevention

Sometimes chemical barriers may not be appropriate for installation, in a commercial or high rise building so, one choice would be a baiting system, which is regularly monitored.

Baiting systems are designed as a tool to monitor the risk of termites attacking the property, they are not a barrier. These baiting systems can be installed internally and externally.

The purpose of a baiting system is to administer the chemical to termites, ensuring that when they return to the colony, they will eventually eliminate the nest.

THINGS TO DO TO PREVENT TERMITES

1. Clear all timber from the subfloor, and against the property.

2. Ensure that the hot water tank overflow drains away from the property.

3. Remove any heavy foliage against the property.

4. Always repair any water leaks, and provide sufficient drainage.

5. Ensure that there is good ventilation across the subfloor and in wall voids.

6. Fully uncover and expose any air vents or weep holes.

7. Dispose of any timber debris lying around the property.

8. Replace any susceptible landscaping timbers.

9. Ensure that any suspect trees and stumps are drilled and treated, if required.

10. Ensure that a timber pest inspection is carried out at least every 6-12 months.

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