Brisbane is renowned for its beautiful homes built from timber, which unfortunately attracts destructive termite pests. A CSIRO study indicates that anywhere from 10-40% of homes in Queensland are susceptible to termite attack.
Stay calm and devise a plan of action. Avoid disturbing any mud tubes or nests you may find. This will only cause them to disperse and hinder a thorough assessment by the inspector when they arrive. To know more about Brisbane Termite and Pest Control, visit the Bug Out Pest Solutions website or call 0426263320.
Termite infestations are the leading cause of home structural damage in Queensland. They can be very difficult to detect, and most building insurance policies do not cover termite damage.
Subterranean termites are very common and can attack a wide range of timbers, including flooring and retaining walls. They typically enter buildings from the ground through piers, forming galleries over girders and wall framing timbers.
There are several ways to prevent and treat termite infestations, ranging from physical barriers to chemical treatments. An Accredited Termidor Applicator can recommend the most appropriate approach for your specific situation. Integrated prevention and control strategies incorporating improved design, wood preservatives, bait and dust toxicants and soil insecticides can provide cost effective solutions that minimise reliance on chemicals.
Drywood termites are a major problem in Brisbane homes and businesses. They attack timber-in-service structures like houses, fences and furniture causing severe damage. They also attack paper, drywall and carpet backing.
Infestations of native drywood termites can be more difficult to control than subterranean species. However, the introduced West Indian drywood termite (Cryptotermes brevis) is the world’s most destructive species and has caused significant economic damage to houses in Queensland.
Both Coptotermes and Schedorhinotermes are two of the most common Brisbane termites, and they have a broad appetite for any cellulose material. In addition to eating timber structures, they can munch on cardboard boxes, tin cans and books. They can cost Australians millions in home and business damage. Since the government withdrawn funding for free fumigation of these pests, it has become the homeowners’ responsibility to treat their property.
Cockroaches are very common in Brisbane and can cause significant damage to wooden structures, as well as posing health risks. Regular pest inspections can catch infestations early, so they can be prevented before they become a serious issue.
Cockroach infestations are usually caused by a combination of factors, such as: smelling a musty odour, finding shed skins (cockroaches often shed their exoskeletons 5-8 times while they mature), and seeing egg cases or droppings. A professional cockroach control service will conduct a thorough inspection of your property and recommend the most effective treatment.
In addition, a professional pest controller will carry out a comprehensive termite inspection and recommend preventative measures if needed. Termite treatments are generally less expensive than cockroach treatment, so it is worth investing in preventative measures to avoid costly repairs down the road.
Many gardeners consider wasps pests due to their stinging ability, but wasps are important for healthy gardens. Their ecological services include pollination, prey-predator services and biological pest control.
Most wasps are eusocial insects, meaning they live in colonies with egg-laying queens and non-reproducing workers. Cuckoo wasps are kleptoparasites, laying eggs in the nests of other species to provide food for their young. Many solitary wasps parasitize the larvae and pupae of other insects, making them valuable in horticulture for biological insecticide applications.
When removing wasps’ nests, be cautious to prevent being stung. Always wear protective clothing and avoid approaching a nest until it’s no longer active, such as in late evening or early morning. If you do get stung, seek medical help immediately, as some people are allergic to wasp stings.
White ants, also known as termites, cause significant damage to home structures and are responsible for more structural timber damage in Australia than fire, floods and storms. In many cases, termite infestations are able to go undetected until severe timber damage has already occurred.
In order to protect your property from these pests, a Brisbane ant control service is essential. The most important thing to remember is to listen to your technician and never disturb the mud tubes/nest or the soil plugs they may have installed. To know more about Brisbane Termite and Pest Control, visit the Bug Out Pest Solutions website or call 0426263320.
It’s essential to know that carpenter ants (scientific name, heloderma) differ from termites in that they do not consume wood for sustenance but rather excavate it to create their nests. They will often enter homes by traveling under parquetry and floor tiles to reach wall framing timbers.