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Many termite infestations in Perth result from structural wood being in direct contact with the soil. Earth-to-wood contact provides termites with easy access to food, moisture, and shelter, as well as direct, hidden entry into the building. Wood siding, latticework, door and window frames and similar wood items should be at least six inches above ground level. Termites are attracted to moisture and are more likely to "zero in" on a structure if the soil next to the foundation is consistently moist. Water should be diverted away from the foundation with properly functioning gutters, downspouts and splash blocks. Leaking faucets, water pipes and air conditioning units should be repaired, and the ground next to the foundation should be graded (sloped) so that surface water drains away from the building. |
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A preventative termite eradication plan is offered by Chambers Pest Solutions to Perth property home owners. This can then be achieved by placing a termite barrier under or around the house. Barriers are designed to deter termites or bring their presence out into the open. Barriers can be physical or chemical in nature.
Physical termite barriers Perth
Physical barriers are so-called because they rely on the physical resistance of the material to resist termite attack. These are usually installed during new constructions, but some can be retro-fitted to existing houses.
Barriers can be placed under concrete slabs, foundations and within cavity walls. Hardware and building suppliers may be able to advise on products that are available for DIY.
Physical barriers are made from metal, crushed rock or other materials that termites cannot chew through, and in which any gaps are too small for termites to move through.
Most of these products have to be installed by professionals that are licensed by the manufacturers. Ant caps are installed at the top of underfloor piers or stumps to force termites into the open where they are easier to detect during regular inspections. Ant caps are not a barrier by themselves.
Chemical termite barriers Perth
Chemical barriers are so-called because they rely on a chemical to resist termite attack. The chemicals are usually insecticides. These barriers can be placed under concrete slabs, foundations and around houses.
Chemical barriers can be installed in new and existing structures, but can only be installed by licensed pest controllers.There are two types of chemical barriers in-soil and in-plastics. In-soil chemical barriers are formed when the chemical is applied to the soil under or around the foundations of a building.In-plastic chemical barriers are plastic sheets containing a chemical - these are typically installed like physical barriers.
There are several different chemicals currently registered for use as chemical barriers.
The active ingredients include: Bifenthrin, Fipronil, Imidacloprid.
*A termite inspection in Perth is only a visual timber inspection. Australian standards recommend termite inspection should be conducted every 6 month.
Please ask us about our Perth Total Extermination Plan which offers on-demand protective services for specified pests on all areas inside and outside of your home.Telephone for termite inspections in Perth (08) 9313 2871 or info@pestcontrolperth.info for more information about termite control.