Termites in Perth: every guide
All 4 of our guides on termites in one place, newest first, with the quick answers from each.
Found Live Termites: What to Do (Perth Homeowner)
Found live termites in Perth? Do not disturb or spray. Professional inspection finds the species and assesses risk before treatment.
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Termites in My Garden: Is My House at Risk? Perth
Garden termites in Perth often signal a nearby colony. We explain what termites in your garden mean, when they spread to houses, and what to do.
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Is Termite Damage Covered by Insurance? Perth Homeowners Guide
That is why inspections matter: they find termites early, when costs and damage are lower.
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What Do Termites Look Like? Perth Identification Guide
Termite ID in Perth: pale workers 3 to 7 mm, dark soldiers, no waist, bead-like antennae. How to tell them from ants. Why inspections matter.
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What should I do if I find live termites?
Do not disturb or spray them. Take a photo and call 0468 170 107 the same day. An inspection will confirm the species, assess the extent and recommend a treatment plan.
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From Found Live Termites: What to Do (Perth Homeowner)
Should I spray termites myself?
No. Repellent sprays sense the treated area and termites find gaps to move around it. A professional treatment uses non-repellent actives applied according to the label by a licensed technician.
From Found Live Termites: What to Do (Perth Homeowner)
Can you kill the colony?
A non-repellent treated zone lets foraging termites pick up the active and transfer it through the colony by grooming. Results are strong, but the nest may be a hundred metres away under a neighbour's yard. The system protects the building; annual inspection confirms it is still doing so.
From Found Live Termites: What to Do (Perth Homeowner)
Are termites in my garden a sign they are already in my house?
Not always. Termites forage widely from their nest. Finding them in the garden means the colony is close, but the house may not yet be breached. An inspection will show whether they have accessed timber framing, skirting boards or other structural wood inside. Learn more about termite damage and what it means.
From Termites in My Garden: Is My House at Risk? Perth
What should I do with a tree stump if it has termites in it?
Removal is often the simplest option. If you keep it, inspect it every few months for signs of termite activity. Monitor the soil around it and treat the colony underground if it poses a risk to the house.
From Termites in My Garden: Is My House at Risk? Perth
Can I treat termites in my fence myself?
Check APVMA PubCRIS for registered termite products and read the label in full. However, if the fence is close to the house, professional treatment of the surrounding soil and entry points is more effective than fence-only work.
From Termites in My Garden: Is My House at Risk? Perth
Does insurance pay for termite treatment?
Check your policy and ask your broker, but most policies treat pest control as your expense. Early detection through regular inspections is your best investment: the sooner you know, the lower the cost and damage.
From Is Termite Damage Covered by Insurance? Perth Homeowners Guide
When should I get a termite inspection?
It costs 300 to 400 and becomes part of your settlement documentation. Once you own the home, inspect at least once a year. If you live in a high-risk area or the home is older, more frequent inspections help catch termites early.
From Is Termite Damage Covered by Insurance? Perth Homeowners Guide
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