Termites are a highly destructive timber pest causing millions of dollars in damage to homes around Australia annually. It is estimated that 1 in every 5 homes in Sydney is attacked by termites at some stage in its life and this number is increasing. To minimise the risk of a termite attack in your property, the Australian Standard AS3660 recommends a termite inspection be carried out to your property by a professional at least annually.
A termite inspection is a visual inspection that covers all accessible internal and external areas of your property (up to 50 meters or to the boundary of your property) including roof voids and subfloor areas. To assist us in the visual inspection process our technicians also have access to the most advanced specialist detection equipment. These tools are non invasive and will not damage your property. They include moisture meters – a device that monitors the percentage of moisture in wood and other materials, borescopes – an instrument used to gain vision in wall cavities andthermal imaging cameras – uses heat to detect termite activity in cavities. After the inspection process, your service technician will complete a detailed timber pest inspection report which is issued to the owner of the property. The timber pest inspection report provides you with the following information:
Reliance Pest Management has a team of highly reputable senior termite technicians, all with full insurances and qualifications. Our termite technicians are fully qualified to our strict standards and have an extensive amount of experience and knowledge in the pest control industry.We understand that your home is your biggest investment so it is important that you can rely on a company that provides its customers with a 100% Money Back/Satisfaction Guarantee.
If you find termites in or around your property, it is essential that you DO NOT disturb them. People often react by removing damaged timber or spraying exposed termites with household insecticides. This drives termites away from where they were discovered and makes eradication much more difficult. If you do find an infestation it is ideal that you leave the infested area alone and contact Reliance Pest Management immediately for an inspection of your property and advice on the best protective measures available.
