Termite Pest Control FAQ
Hills District

Frequently Asked Questions

I discovered live termites. What is the next step?

When live termites, also called white ants, are found, it is advisable to not do anything to interfere with their colony before a strategy for eradication is set into position. The termites could move to a different place if there’s interference with the infested timber. If this occurs, it will be very hard to completely get rid of the termites. Once the white ants have been cared, the timber should be replaced.

How much does it cost to take care of my house for termites?

This is not a very simple answer. After all, the cost will vary depending on various circumstances. One of the main elements which will cause the price to change would be the dimensions of your home. The bigger your home is, the more you may expect to cover. Furthermore, if your home has poor accessibility or perhaps if the groundwork is important, you can expect to pay more. As a result of this, you want to arrange a trip with one of our experienced technicians to get a proper evaluation to ensure the quote is most accurate.

Is the treatment safe for everyone?

When you receive your property handled from our trained and professional technicians, then you’ll have peace of mind knowing that we use modern termiticides when we are treating your home and surrounding property. For this reason, you won’t need to think about placing your family or pets in danger. As long as you follow the instructions from our professional technicians, you haven’t anything to worry about as much as your health is concerned.Our skilled technicians just use safe, modern termiticides for insect eradication on your property. It is vital that you adhere to all instructions regarding the length to remove from your property to permit for the total drying of pesticides.

Will I must vacate my house when treatment is completed?

You and your family has to vacate the premises during treatment. If our technician arrives, you will be requested to vacate the premises to get a complete 6 to 8 hours to allow the chemicals to go to work and completely dry before you re-enter.

How often should I get my house treated?

It goes down to the termiticide that’s been used for treatment on your property because the life expectancy often varies. Generally, most chemicals will keep your property termite-free for 5-8 decades, given the barrier remains undisturbed. Annual termite inspections are strongly recommended to make sure that your house is free of termites.

How can I restrict termite problems?

You should be seeking to schedule a professional review each and every year from someone who’s licensed to carry it out. You’ll also want to avoid allowing timber to sit out. Attempt to get rid of all resources of water and excess moisture which stems from plumbing problems or due to having bad drainage in your property. Don’t let loose wood to sit around your house and look to get rid of any dead trees or stumps that are around your property since they can prove to be a competent nesting website for live termites.