Termites

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What Are Termites?

Termites are one of Australia’s most destructive pests. As social insects, they live in colonies and breed rapidly. In fact, one termite colony can number in the millions. Commonly referred to as ‘White Ants’, termites are actually more closely related to cockroaches. While these pests vary in size, shape and colour, all termite types feed on wood and can cause costly damage to your property.

Over 100,000 Australian properties suffer from termite attacks every year. Left untreated, termites can cause major structural damage to your home or business and cost you thousands of dollars in repairs. If you want to control and prevent these pests from invading your property, you should invest in professional Termite Treatment.

Termites are common pests in Australia and ingest cellulose-based materials. They are nasty critters that generally feed on the wooden parts of your property. Wood is a common structural element found in most properties, and is a material found in many garden features too. Termites can cause significant structural damage that is costly to repair. The timely identification of termites is crucial to minimising damage and keeping costs low.

Types and Species of Termites in Australia

There are many species of termites. In Australia, there are approximately 355 species of termites. The specie of termite helps us understand the termite’s feeding habits. This provides insight into the termite’s feeding preferences and the types of materials it is likely to infest. Not all termites are destructive. The three categories of destructive termites are: subterranean, drywood and dampwood.

Subterranean Termite

The most common type of termite is the subterranean termite, which is often pale white in colour. These termites are commonly known as ‘white ants’. They require a source of moisture to survive and enjoy eating through wooden materials that are moist and wet. They thrive when a property has wooden stumps submerged in soil and earth. The termites will tunnel their way through the earth to reach various parts of the stumps that are surrounded by moist conditions.

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The termites will form tubes using soil, wood, faeces and saliva to protect their nests and travel paths. These shelter tubes or mud tubes are common signs of a termite infestation. Formation of these tubes are more prevalent during humid and tropical conditions where the environment is warm, wet and moist. In these conditions, the likelihood of termites foraging to find cellulose-based materials is high.

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Drywood Termite

As the name suggests, these termites live inside dry wooden materials. They typically infest softwood and hardwood materials and are commonly not found near wet or moist environments. The wood provides all the moisture that the termite requires to survive. This type of termite is usually found feeding on the structure and wooden elements of your property such as the flooring, door jambs, window frames and skirting boards. Since drywood termites require a high level of humidity to survive, make sure all parts of your property are appropriately ventilated to keep humidity levels low.

Dampwood Termite

This type of termite feeds on decaying and rotten wooden substances. For example, a decaying tree stump, rotting wooden floorboards or infested garden structures are common homes for this type of termite. Like drywood termites, they live completely inside the wooden material so it may take many months or even years to discover their presence. Colonies are generally small, and swarming may occur over several months. To treat these termites, it is best to remove the source of moisture, safely dispose the rotting or decaying material, and to treat the surrounding area to kill any larvae.

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Spreading Infestation

Soldier and swammer termites are known for having a slightly brown head and wings respectively. The soldier termites protect the other termites, particularly the worker termites, by eating enemies (i.e. ants). The role of the swarming termites is to fly to new locations to expand their colony and presence respectively. Often the swarming members of a termite colony are confused with moths because they fly around in search for a new home to reproduce and develop a colony. It is important to keep a look out for these pests and engage a professional pest controller at the first sighting to ensure appropriate and adequate treatment is applied before the new colony establishes.

It is common in Australia for home insurance policies to not cover damage caused by termites. Since termites are a part of nature and present throughout Australia, it pays to be vigilant. Never leave any sighting of termites unattended because it is best to have the area inspected and treated even if the infestation is small to prevent the situation becoming worse.

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How To Detect Termite Infestation?

Termites often do not make their presence known immediately or in the short-term. Usually, it becomes apparent that termites are present because of visible damage to your property. This awareness occurs at a later stage after the termites have devoured most of the wooden parts of your home. It is important to inspect your property on a regular basis to ensure termites are not around. Especially when your property is located in moist, humid or tropical conditions, the prevalence of termites will be high.

Here is a list of common signs of termite infestation.

  • Hollow timber: When you tap against a timber material and it sounds hollow, termites might be infesting underneath. Without making an inspection hole, a professional termite controller can use a thermal measuring device to detect termites underneath a surface.
  • Papery wooden substance: When a wooden substance feels papery and flakes forms, termites might be feeding and weakening the substance. If all that remains is a thin layer of wood and paint, it might be time to strip back the material and inspect underneath.
  • Shallow skirting board: A shallow skirting that has lost its structural integrity might be infested with termites. If you can poke your finger through the board, there is likely to be termite damage underneath.
  • Hole in the flooring: Holes in floorings are not always signs of termites. However, if your flooring has a moist environment underneath, this could be a sign that termites have eaten their way through the flooring boards. You can avoid this issue by polishing the boards and treating all surfaces.
  • Cracks in door jambs or window frames: As termites feed on wooden substances, the structural integrity of the substance weakens. Eventually, the door jamb, cornice or window frame will crack at the mitre joint. Check to see whether the cause of this crack is due to termites or movements to structure of the property.
  • Tight fitting doors or windows: When termites infest on doors and windows, they excrete a substance which traps heat and moisture. This is important for termites so that they survive. This causes the wooden material to swell. The effect of the swelling is to make doors tighter to close and windows harder to move.
  • Mud on wooden elements: Termites form mud tubes or shelter tubes to protect themselves from the environment. They use these tubes to travel from one location to another and to nest on wooden substances. This helps them to support their feeding habits. Any sign of soil or mud deposits on wooden elements of your property should be immediately treated and securely disposed.

Termite Treatment Melbourne

If you suspect termites are active around your property, we can help. At VIP Pest Control, we provide affordable, reliable and safe termite treatment in Melbourne, Bendigo and parts of regional Victoria. With over 40 years’ experience in pest control, we have the expertise to fix your termite problems for good.

Possible Threats & Damages Posed By Termites

The CSIRO says that one in three properties will be affected by termites. If a colony attacks your home or business, anything made of wood is likely to get damaged, and insurance rarely covers these damages. Termites are also a health risk since they make the environment unhygienic and can cause many diseases. These possible threats and damages can only be avoided by investing in professional termite control.

Signs You Should Book A Termite Inspection

You should contact a professional pest control company and book a termite inspection if you notice any of these signs around your property:

  • Flying termites and fallen wings
  • Clicking sounds in your walls or ceiling
  • Timber that sounds hollow when tapped
  • Timber doors or windows becoming hard to open
  • Peeling paint that looks water damaged
  • Powdery droppings around timber

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Effective Termite Treatments From VIP Pest Control

At VIP Pest Control, we offer effective termite treatments in Melbourne. Specialising in termite treatment, inspection, protection and control, we have the knowledge and experience to fix your termite problems. The high-quality products we use ensure that your home or business is pest-free for a guaranteed period.

Termite Treatment Options

There are many different termite treatment options. The best treatment depends on your property’s location, size and construction, the extent of the infestation, and the type of termites. While spray, foam and dust treatments can remove small infestations, barrier and baiting treatments can remove large colonies and prevent future invasions.

How To Get Rid Of Termites

Getting rid of termites requires two things: a pest control professional regularly attending your property, and proactive cleaning measures by the property owner. At VIP Pest Control, our termite inspection and treatment services can maintain a pest-free zone around your property. Property owners can help by keeping their home or business clean and removing any unwanted timber, green waste and debris.

Termite Inspection and Treatment Services

As termites secretly eat the timbers in your property, they are always looking for new sources of food. Like any living organism, finding foods requires effort and often they will eat anything that is easiest to obtain. As their feeding frenzy continues, it will become more apparent that termites are roaming around in your property. It is important that you engage a professional pest controller and do not attempt to treat termites yourself. Termites are notoriously destructive and if treated incorrectly, they can cause even more damage and relocate to a new area in your property.

It is best to engage a professional termite controller who will conduct a survey of the property and ensure that the entire property is appropriately and adequately treated for termites. Completing a partial job is not an ideal solution because living larvae can transform into termites and then reproduce to create even more termites. Often, termite treatment requires multiple visits to protect the property from termites completely over the longer term.

When looking for a termite control company, engage a service provider that has the skills, experience and tools to treat termites effectively. Understanding how termites nest and travel is crucial to targeting the treatment application directly at the source. Professional termite controllers also have access to useful equipment that can detect termites under surfaces without having to make holes in the property. In addition, professional service providers use quality treatment products that are safe for humans, pets and plants.

The best time to treat your property for termites is either on a proactive or reactive basis. If you know your property exists in an area where termites forage, it is best to have a professional attend periodically to treat the entire property for termites. However, if you sight termite destruction then it is crucial that you immediately engage a professional to treat the area and to prevent the spread of termites and their destruction at your property.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A TERMITE INSPECTION IN MELBOURNE?

During a termite inspection in Melbourne, the pest control professional checks your property for signs of termites. Accessible timbers in your property’s interior, exterior, subfloor, roof, garden and fences are all inspected. You then receive a Termite Inspection Report which includes findings about the inspected areas, inaccessible high-risk areas and recommended treatments.

Trust Our Experts For Quality Termite Control

Our team of highly trained and fully accredited experts can fix your termite problems. At VIP Pest Control, our quality termite treatments are environmentally friendly, safe and meet all required Australian standards. As one of the most reliable pest control companies in Melbourne, we have the expertise to make your property pest-free.

Termite Protection in Melbourne When Building or Renovating

If you are building or renovating, it’s important to consider termite protection in Melbourne. Some council areas are designated ‘Declared Zones’, meaning termite protection is compulsory. If your property is located within one of these zones, you must consult a termite control professional to ensure that termite protection measures are in place. To make sure your building or renovation plans comply with all termite protection requirements, contact a professional pest control company.

TERMITE TREATMENT COST MELBOURNE

The termite treatment cost in Melbourne and Bendigo depends on your property’s location, size and construction, the extent of the infestation, and the type of treatment needed. Termite spraying, foaming and dusting treatments can cost between $300 and $900. These treatments can remove small or minor infestations. If the colony is large and has expanded across a large area, then termite barrier or baiting treatments are recommended. These treatments can cost between $1,500 and $5,000 and provide long-term protection.

DIY Termite Control

DIY termite control methods can help deter termites from invading your property. Since termites thrive in moist, humid and damp environments, you need to keep these conditions at bay. To do this, fix water leaks, maintain proper drainage and ventilation, and avoid having gardens against your property. You should also avoid leaning goods against your house or business since these provide bridges for termites to enter your property.

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Home Termite Prevention

Equipped with knowledge of the nature of termites, there are many things you can do in order to prevent termites from visiting your home:

  • Remove any unnecessary access points around your property. Sealing gaps around water and gas lines is a good idea if you are concerned.
  • Wherever possible, try to reduce the number of loose wooden articles in your home that are in contact with the ground. These too have sometimes been known to act as access points.
  • Modifying your landscaping can help in deterring termites. Replace landscaping mulch with cellulose-free alternatives, or move it back from your foundation by a minimum of six inches.
  • Ensure that there is no excess moisture around your property. This should be especially done around the foundation of your home, on the roof, and in basements and crawlspaces. Plumbing should also be repaired if it ever becomes faulty or leaks.
  • If you are embarking on your own home improvement projects that involve some kind of timber, give the the supplies a once over to ensure that they are in good condition especially if they are used. A visual inspection should be more than enough to make certain that you are using unaffected wood.

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Why Choose Us for Termite Treatment Services in Melbourne

The best way to treat termites is to hire a professional pest control company. At VIP Pest Control, we provide efficient, reasonably priced and high-quality termite pest control in Melbourne and Bendigo. With over 40 years’ experience in termite control in Melbourne, we are one of the most reliable pest control companies in the area. Specialising in termite treatment, inspection, protection and control, we have the expertise to fix your termite problems for good.

If you have noticed signs of termites or want to protect your property from these pests, call us today on 1800 198 041. We will be happy to answer any questions, provide a free quote, and arrange a termite treatment suited to your situation.

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  • Highly trained and fully accredited termites control professionals
  • Efficient and reasonably priced high-quality termite control services in Melbourne
  • Over 40 Years industry experience in termites treatment
  • We are specialised in termite treatment, inspection, protection and control

Termite Control Melbourne - FAQs

Can You Treat For Termites Yourself?

Treating termites yourself by using historical remedies or household products from the supermarket might not achieve the intended result. Termites very rarely expose themselves and are usually hidden behind the external surfaces of your home or business. It is advisable to hire a professional who has equipment that can source the location of termites without invasive procedures and treat the termites’ nesting and breeding area directly with accuracy.

What Are The Signs of Termites in Your Home?

There are many types of termites. Different termites feed of different parts of your home or business. For example, you might notice wood that sounds hollow when tapped, peeling paint that resembles water damage, small pinholes in wood or discoloured wall or ceiling finishes. Overall, termites remain hidden and they are often discovered many months after they have commenced their destruction process.

What Attracts Termites in The House?

Termites are attracted to many parts of your home. Your home typically has a wooden structure and a garden with cellulose material. Where parts of your property are moist, damp or humid, termites like to play. They enjoy that environment and will thrive in their destructive process. Ensure that your property is well ventilated, clear of wooden materials and fully sealed.

How do I Know if I have Termites?

There are many ways to know if you have termites at your home or business. You might sight, to name a few, degraded wooden stumps, a mound, a termite infested tree stump, or rotting timber. Then, where you can see these insects eating at the affected wooden material, there will usually be a colony nearby. To source the colony, you might want to find small wings, termite droppings or muddy looking tubes.

How to Control Termites in House?

Termites are attracted to moisture in woody products. Where these products have contact with the earth, termites can breed and spread fast. Regular inspections of your home or business is vital. For example, keep mulch or debris away from your property, keep you house clean and free from exposed wooden items, keep attics and basements dry and well ventilated, and prevent the accumulation of water around downpipes and plumbing fixtures.

Where Do Termites Live in House?

Termites live in various places where there is exposed wooden cellulose material. You might have a damaged lounge, rotting timber in the basement or a dead tree stump in the garden. Termites are hard to find and do not make their presence visible to others. Therefore, careful and close inspection is required of all items, including the house’s wooden frame and the underside of floorboards.

What is The Best Termite Killer?

Having your property inspected and treated by a professional termite removalist every year is essential. Some properties are more vulnerable than others. Household remedies do not have the same potent effect and accuracy that a professional licenced technician can offer. Patience is required and our staff are trained to locate termite nesting grounds with state-of-the-art thermal and moisture tracking technology.

How to Identify Termites?

The first sign of a termite infestation is the presence of flying termites and fallen wings. This is a sign that a new colony is about to form. Once termites are bred on ground, they tend to hide and feed of dead plant matter and items containing cellulose. They will leave tiny droppings and will move in and out of mud tubes and mounds. Also, affected woody items will contain tunnels and look degraded.

How to Stop Termites?

The key to removing termites is to locate the source. We conduct a thorough inspection of your property by using the Termatrac Termite Detection Radar. The device is carefully calibrated to identify the precise movements of any object shaped like a termite behind walls, floors and ceilings. This equipment provides for a non-invasive procedure which ensures that the structure of your property is not affected.

How to Find/Detect Termites?

Finding termites is not easy. Professionals use superior technology to accurately locate the source of the nesting and breeding ground. We use a Termatrac Termite Detection Radar to ensure that your property has few inspection holes as possible. This allows us to detect termites using thermal and moisture sensors without having to spend precious time looking behind walls, ceilings and floorboards.

How Much Does it Cost for Termite Control?

Termite control does come at a cost. However, proactive protection of your property on a regular basis will minimise unwanted costs in the future. Should damage occur, the costs to repair your property will far exceed the periodic payments made to your licenced and experienced termite removalist. Do not fret at the sign of a small cost when it provides more value in the short and long term.

How to Treat Termites?

Whilst you might find a range of household remedies on the internet, treating termites requires specialised products and precision. Termites are crafty creatures and finding the source of the termite colony is difficult. There will be many sources scattered throughout your property. A complete and timely inspection is required so that treatment is highly effective.

How to Get Rid Of Termites in Wall?

Termites behind walls is common. Where there is no damage to the wall, using non-invasive methods of inspection is preferred. We use a Termatrac Termite Detection Radar to accurately pinpoint the location of roaming and breeding termites. This allows us to direct our products at the source to rid the nesting ground from your property. Where damage has occurred, invasive procedures will be required to safely dispose affected parts of the wall.

What to Use to Get Rid of Termites?

Removing termites from your home or business requires professional equipment and products. We use a Termatrac Termite Detection Radar to accurately pinpoint the location of roaming and breeding termites. Once the source of the termite colony is found, we then apply special chemicals and sprays to kill the termites in their tracks.

How to Get Rid Of Termites in Your Home?

Removing termites requires two things. A professional technician attending your property on a regular basis, and proactive cleaning measures by the owner of the property. Whilst the former is self-explanatory, the latter requires further explanation. Many people neglect cleaning their home and removing unwanted waste and items. Left exposed, wooden items, green waste and debris can provide a feeding frenzy for cunning termites. Remember to check your property and clean up on a periodic basis.

How to Get Rid Of Flying Termites?

Sighting flying termites means that the beginning of a termite infestation is near. You will usually see these nasty creatures during Spring, Summer and humid periods. The offspring of flying termites will start the destruction process. It is imperative that a professional is called immediately upon detecting swarming ant-like creatures and fallen wings. With the application of appropriate treatment products, the breeding process can terminate before mating takes place.

What Do Termites Look Like?

Termites are small ant-like creatures that play a vital role in the environment. They feed of cellulose matter and help break down dead wood. Often, they are hard to find. Should they be discovered, they share a close resemblance with ants and are a pale white-yellow colour with claws at the head. They are not a pleasant sight!

Are White Ants And Termites The Same?

White ants and termites are the same. Despite the name ‘white ants’, they have no relationship to the ant family. Instead, they share a heritage with the cockroach family and have claws to enable them to engage in destructive work. Their presence is not a good sign and timely pest control treatment will ensure that the colony does not increase in size.

What Do White Ants Look Like?

White ants are not a pleasant sight. Whilst you strive to not remember what they look like, think of them as little pieces of puffed rice, and slightly yellow in colour. Yes, they look ghastly! Their presence is detrimental to your property as they are highly destructive and breed at a very fast rate.

What to Do If You Have Termites?

If you have termites destroying your home or business, call a professional termite removalist immediately. Whilst you might think that you can avoid the cost of a professional by surfing the internet for remedies, you will not have the tools, experience and industrial products to do an effective job. Save time, stress and future costs by engaging a licenced technician that has the knowledge to effectively remove termites without fuss.

24 Reviews

  • Claire Posted August 4, 2017 12:14 PM
    5

    Just had a full termite inspection completed, more as a precautionary measure. VIP Pest control helped me to get rid of termites. Good report supplied and reasonably priced.

  • Brettigo Posted August 4, 2017 12:15 PM
    5

    A fantastic termite control company with friendly and helpful staff. Great service!

  • Kim Posted August 4, 2017 12:15 PM
    5

    I’ve been using VIP Pest Control for years now and am totally satisfied. I’ve never had any problems and they are very unobtrusive while working in your home. I can recommend them.

  • Angela Posted August 4, 2017 12:16 PM
    5

    I was happy with the service provided by VIP Pest Control. They were friendly and did a great job. highly recommended for termite control in Melbourne.

  • Jill H. Posted November 10, 2017 11:30 AM
    4

    Prompt response. Courteous professional technicians. I got my termite problem solved in no time. Thanks Team VIP Pest Control.

  • Sophie R. Posted November 10, 2017 11:31 AM
    5

    Fantastic service. They took care of our termite problem very promptly! Highly recommended.

  • Maya Posted November 10, 2017 11:39 AM
    5

    Very pleased. Came out and removed termites within 2 hours of initial phone call. Very knowledgeable, professional, and personable.

  • Mary R. Posted November 10, 2017 11:39 AM
    5

    On time, polite informative serviceman who spent hours looking for and treating termites. Happy with their service.

  • Eric N. Posted January 15, 2018 11:19 AM
    5

    Our experience with VIP Pest Control has been great. After enquiring with a couple of pest control companies, I contacted VIP Pest Control to solve our termite issue. The technician that came for the service was very friendly and efficient. Thanks

  • Nicola S. Posted January 16, 2018 11:19 AM
    5

    Very professional and able to help at short notice. I would highly recommend VIP Pest Control to anyone. They fixed our termite problem in no time.

  • Mike J. Posted January 17, 2018 11:19 AM
    5

    The best customer service from booking over the phone to your technician who came. I haven’t had any termite problems since I’ve had my treatment. I will be recommending them to my family and friends. Thank you VIP Pest Control.

  • Lucy V. Posted January 18, 2018 11:20 AM
    5

    Thank you VIP Pest Control for the excellent service you provided us. You helped us with our termite problem. Definitely recommend your service to family and friends.

  • Toby G. Posted January 19, 2018 11:20 AM
    5

    What a great service these guys provided! Called in a panic as I had termites invading my house. They were here within the hour and did the necessary treatment to get them removed from my home. Very fast service I must say. Thanks VIP Pest Control.

  • Dave R. Posted January 20, 2018 11:20 AM
    5

    Great service. These guys came in after another company had done an unsatisfactory job, and they nailed it! No termites in sight! Many thanks for the help, I would highly recommend them.

  • Carly T. Posted January 21, 2018 11:21 AM
    5

    Amazing job, thanks for sorting my Termite problem in no time! Highly recommended to everyone who is facing a similar problem. Thanks Again.

  • Samuel S. Posted January 22, 2018 11:21 AM
    5

    Thank you to VIP Pest Control. I moved into a rental property that had a huge problem with Termites. I now can live termite free and it was the best thing I have ever done. Love their work!!

  • Trish F. Posted February 1, 2018 11:34 AM
    5

    A representative from VIP Pest Control came today to take care of a termite problem. He and his assistant were friendly and professional, and they both answered every question we had. They took care of the problem without fuss. VIP Pest Control has been our pest controller for more than two years and we’ve always been pleased with their work!

  • Merrill M. Posted February 2, 2018 11:37 AM
    5

    The termite treatment process was easy to understand. The VIP Pest Control service technicians helped us understand the problem, and they carefully explained the treatment and the long-term follow-up plan. They provided awesome service, and have hard-working employees. Thank you!

  • Holly C. Posted February 3, 2018 11:37 AM
    5

    Wonderful company. From the receptionist to the manager, and to the guy who came out to treat our home for a small termite problem, they all knew what they were doing. Highly recommended!

  • Jim N. Posted February 4, 2018 11:38 AM
    5

    VIP Pest Control has been my termite control company of choice since I purchased my new home. They have always been professional and timely in their inspections and continue to provide the best services to me. Thanks.

  • Amelia B. Posted May 5, 2018 5:14 AM
    5

    Very professional and friendly. I would recommend them to everyone. Very happy with the way they treated the termite issue in my home. Great service. They deserve 5 stars.

  • Andy N. Posted May 10, 2018 5:14 AM
    5

    VIP Pest Control offers a fantastic service. I have used them for over a year at my home and office. I have comfort knowing that both properties are safe from termites. Very professional, diligent, honest and friendly.

  • Mike G. Posted May 15, 2018 5:13 AM
    5

    I was struggling to get rid of termites from my home. A friend suggested VIP Pest Control. After I made a phone call, the technician came to my house in a few hours and was very professional. He answered all my questions and did a fantastic job. I have no hesitation going out of my way to recommend them to others. I will continue to use them on a yearly basis

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