Why are Termite Inspections Important?

You may have termites and not even know it. From a hidden underground nest, a million termites could be secretly eating the insides of your home, leaving you with an empty shell. The fact is that many homes are difficult to inspect. To inspect for timber pests, good access to all timbers is needed. Since this is rarely available, you need a professional. Someone, who in addition to advising on the status of the property, informs clients of areas that can’t be inspected and the potential risk of this. A Bug Busters technician will also give relevant information on conditions that are conducive to timber pest attack and how to protect the property. Bug Busters’ report format has been approved by a panel of specialist pest control experts and technicians that are certified to carry out reports to the Australian Standards. This means you can have peace of mind knowing that all relevant aspects of the property are being reported on by a qualified professional, with all pertinent information being provided. For more information contact us today.

What is the biology of the Termite?

Termites have very thin cuticles and are, therefore, susceptible to extreme temperatures. As a result, they prefer to spend most of their lives in the high humidity and temperature conditions within their workings and colony. The relative humidity in a colony is approximately 100%. Termites will venture out of their nest and explore outside when the humidity is similar to that within their workings. It is for this reason that termites will avoid coming into contact with the outside environment, often concealing their activity or building galleries to access food sources that would normally require them to reveal themselves. For more information contact us today.

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Q: How do Termites Invade Your Home?

Subterranean termites are the most destructive pests in Australia. Most species operate from a central colony Which is usually beneath the surface of the soil. In their quest for food, termites will often build galleries from the ground, over ant cappings and along pipes. Sometimes the galleries are even free standing to reach above ground food sources. To gain access to structural timbers, termites will also penetrate concrete slabs or piers by following minute cracks and flaws. Once the foundations have been breached, the termites can attack any part of the building (often undetected by the inexperienced), inside wall cavities, in the under floor or in the ceiling areas. For more information contact us today.

Whether you’ve just found termites or want to prevent them from getting into your property proactively, you’ve
come to the right place.

As one of Perth’s leading termite treatment specialists, Bug Busters has been providing professional termite
control, pre-purchase termite inspections, and general pest control services for over 36 years.

If you think you have a termite problem, we’ll provide a free, no-obligation site assessment—undertaken by one of
our expert consultants and licensed by the WA Health Dept.

In a relaxed, no-pressure manner, we’ll provide a complete overview of the termite activity on your property,
before advising on the suitable termite removal options. We’ll also offer expert advice to help you prevent
termite infestations in the future.

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Termite Baiting

If you already have active termites inside your home and the entry point is unknown, Bug Busters strongly recommends using Exterra termite baiting systems.

These high-performance bait stations intercept foraging termites before they get into your property, affecting the termite's ability to shed its exoskeleton (which causes them to die).

Because the bait is less toxic than table salt, termite baiting stations can quickly eliminate whole colonies—without harming your property or causing further damage to the environment.

We place the Exterra stations around your building's external perimeter, often embedded in the soil, and inspect them regularly until termites are intercepted and eliminated.

Termite Barrier Treatments

An effective solution for concrete slab properties, termite barriers can either be physical or chemical.

Most new homes are now built with physical termite barriers, which come in the form of specially treated plastic or metal mesh sheeting around the edges of the concrete slab.

There are four approved pesticides for chemical barrier treatments that can be used, all of which vary in their chemical make-up, toxicity, and lifespan. However, due to the breakdown of these pesticides over time, the perimeter needs constant monitoring before being re-treated periodically to ensure your property remains protected.

Termite inspections should be carried out before termite barriers are installed. If active termites are found inside, they must be treated before the barriers are installed.

Keeping Perth Pest Free For 36 Years

Bug Busters opened up shop in 1986—and the founder still works here today!

Over the past 36 years, we've successfully carried out pest control contracts for Defence Housing Australia, the Department of Housing, Rottnest Island, major shopping centres, public and private schools, police stations, local government, hospitals, and of course, many, many homes. In fact, we proudly service over 2,500 homes with pest control every year!

Our priority at Bug Busters is to provide long term protection from all pests, with treatment costs that don't break the bank. Our customer focus, expert knowledge, and excellent service make us the stand-out name for pest control in Perth!

Why Choose Bug Busters As Your Termite Treatment Experts?

At Bug Busters, we’ve established a reputation as the trusted termite treatment specialists in Perth and Western Australia.

We understand the damage termites cause to your property—and the stress it puts on home and business owners. Every pest control service we offer comes with an industry leading warranty, but for termites, we extend that offer up to 5 years (depending on the chemical used and subject to annual termite inspections). We'll even explain in writing why we believe our warranties are the best in the country!

Contact Bug Busters today for a full timber pest inspection and protect your home from damage and infestation.

Signs Of A Termite Infestation

Termites leave several clues to let you know they're in town.

Fortunately, some of these are more obvious than others—so if you do spot any of the following tell-tale signs, get in touch with your local pest control technicians immediately!

Stuck windows or doors.
Flying termites (aka termite swarmers).
Discarded wings near home entry points—like windows, doors, foundations.
Pencil sized mud tubes, often around your property foundations.
Termite droppings (aka frass), which for obvious reasons, look a lot like sawdust.
A knocking noise coming from the walls.
Damaged, cracked, or blistered wood.
Cracked plaster or paint on your walls.

What Types Of Termites Would You Find In Your Home

Subterranean termites: moving to their food source through mud tunnels, subterranean termites need moist soil to survive. Their colour depends on their role in the colony. Workers are pale cream, soldiers are pale cream with a brown head, primary reproductives are black or brown, and supplementary reproductives are white.

Drywood termites: these termites don't need soil to thrive and can live in wood alone. Slightly larger than subterranean types (up to 1/2in), drywood termites are dark to light brown and live in smaller colonies.

Formosan termites: also soil-borne, these are less common than subterranean termites and look different too, with a translucent orange colour and longer body.

Termite Inspections

Why Termite Inspections Are So Important

A termite inspection is the crucial first step in the pest control process, identifying whether active termites are present in your home, if so, how much damage they’ve caused and how to best treat them.

At Bug Busters, our licensed termite pest control specialists will advise you on ways to better protect your Perth property from these wood-boring pests—well into the future.

Our report format has been approved by a panel of specialist pest control experts, certified to carry out reports to the Australian Standards. So you get peace of mind knowing your property is being reported on by a qualified professional.

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Termite Treatment - Frequently Asked Questions

How Do Termites Invade Your Home?

Most subterranean termites operate from a central colony beneath the surface soil. In their hunt for food, termites will often construct galleries from the ground, over ant caps, and along pipes. Incredibly resourceful, these galleries can also be free-standing to reach food sources above ground.

Termites will exploit small cracks and flaws in your home's concrete slab and piers to breach building foundations to reach structural timbers.

Once these foundations have been breached, termites can pass through, often undetected, and attack parts of the building through the inside of wall cavities, under the floor, and in the ceiling.

How do I permanently get rid of termites in my house?

We've already covered the affirmative actions you can take to rid your home of termites, for example, termite inspections, followed by termite barrier treatments, chemical treatments, or bait stations.

You can also help prevent future infestations by:

Reducing the amount of moisture in your home and around your property.
Fixing leaks, mould, and decay—and regularly inspect basements or dingy corners of your home.
Decluttering your home of old papers, cardboard, magazines, and newspapers.
Maintaining distance between soil and wood to discourage termite attacks on your furniture and your home's foundation.
Using borate on wood (before priming or painting) as an effective termite repellent.

What is the best treatment for termites?

The most effective treatment for termites in your home depends on the size and layout of your property—and the extent of the infestation.

We recommend installing a termite barrier (physical or chemical) or termite bait stations. Both are effective, long term solutions for homeowners.

The first course of action is to book a termite inspection, which will help us understand whether termites are present—and if any termite damage has already been caused. From there, we can determine the best treatment plan to get the job done quickly and effectively.

Contact Bug Busters today for the best termite protection in Perth!

How much does termite treatment cost in Perth?

The cost of a termite treatment system in Perth depends on several factors, including the size of the property and the severity of the issue.

For termite barriers, costs are affected by:

the type of barrier, whether chemical treatment or physical, and the materials used for each.
Any associated materials cost.
The extent of the issue/size of the problematic area.
Whether your home is pre-or post-construction.
The extent of past or current termite infestations.

How often should you treat your home for termites?

In Perth, WA, it is important to have your property inspected for termites and other timber pests regularly—about once a year or when you think you may have a termite problem.

Termites are hard to detect and can cause devastating structural damage to your property, so it's essential to eradicate them before they become an expensive problem.

How Long Does Termite Treatment Last?

Following the inspection, the treatment is usually completed in a day, and the termites start dying off within a day or two. Some cases require us to revisit a number of times to complete the treatment effectively.

For most of our customers across Perth, treatments can be effective for up to five years. That's why we offer five year warranties on our termite treatments, with the length dependent on the chemical used (and subject to annual termite inspections).