Pest Control Huntlee

Although Huntlee is a nice new suburb, there are still plenty of pests around! Most homeowners decide on a general pest control treatment (some call it a “spider spray”) once a year to keep their home free from the common crawling pests such as spiders, cockroaches and ants. As a country area, there are plenty of rodents around, which can become a problem in the cooler months, when they might try and get inside looking for food and shelter.

However, as most homeowners in Huntlee have made a significant investment in their home, protecting their home from termites is a top priority.

Termite Inspections Huntlee

Most homeowners in Huntlee will be very much aware about the termite threat as they will have had termite protection measures installed during the construction of their home. Of course to maintain any warranty on the termite protection system, annual termite inspection are required. However, termite inspections are not just about maintaining a warranty, they will check to make sure the system hasn’t be compromised, whether there are issues around the home that may make a termite attack more likely and of course whether there are any active termites on the property.

Most homeowners decide to combine their annual pest control treatment with their termite inspection for added convenience and a discount

Termite Treatments Huntlee

For new homes, as long as the original termite protection system was installed correctly and is still in good working order and there haven’t been any landscaping activities to compromise the system a termite treatment to the outside of the home is not always recommended. However, sometimes a termite treatment is required if landscaping or an extension has compromised the original system.

Termite protection systems are generally divided into two types: baiting systems and soil treatments. With a baiting system, termiticide rods are inserted into the ground in secure boxes, placed at regular intervals around the perimeter of the property. With soil treatments, the termiticide is applied to the soil around the property.

Termite Protection for New Homes and Renovations

If you looking to build new home or add an extension, building requirements require you to make sure the building is compliant with termite protection requirements. If you (or your builder) doesn’t get it right, it can mean the building certifier won’t approve the product and / or you may have termite problems down the track. Before you start your project give Rebel Pest Professionals a call for advice and a quote.