The importance of Termite Inspections in Brisbane

Posted on May 14, 2012 by admin

In a very short timescale termites can cause catastrophic damage to a property.  Your property may have termites and in many cases home owners not have even realised there is a problem.  We aim to educate our clients as much as possible during a termite inspection to help you identify key signs, annual termite inspections, early identification and prompt action truly is key to protect your home.

There are certain areas of a home that will be pre disposed to termite infestation, it is important to minimize risk in these key areas. Termites are one of the most destructive pests in Australia causing millions of dollars’ worth of damage on a yearly basis, some studies have shown that around 1 in 5 homes in Australia will be infected by termites in their life time. Termites live in large underground nests, tunneling through the soil to gain access to timber to feed the rest of the colony. Worker termites work their way up the internal structure of the timber leaving the inside hollow and structurally unsound.

Pest-Ex provide affordable annual termite inspections to ensure your home remains termite and pest free, we will help educate to  identify signs in between inspections. There are also areas that termites are most likely to be found, we will give you recommendations of how to minimise risk in these areas of your home. All of the properties we inspect are provided with a 10 point check list, our quotes are all obligation free and fixed price meaning you will not get any nasty suprises and our work is covered by a $100,000 termite damage warranty. Whether you are looking for a termite inspection Brisbane , or a pre purchase home and pest inspection, with 10 years’ experience contact Pest-Ex on 07 5524 7653.

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Where do termites live in Brisbane homes?

Posted on April 27, 2012 by admin

As many Brisbane home owners know, owning a property in South East Queensland can sometimes feel like you are constantly battling nature. While the unique and temperamental environment prevents many species of insects and animals from flourishing, there are unfortunately still quite a few destructive animals who have successfully adapted to our incomparable habitat.  In today’s blog post we will take a close look at termites Brisbane, and investigate how they have successfully flourished in the sunshine state.

Where termites live

Termites’ habitats greatly vary depending on which category of termite they fall into.  Subterranean termites are renowned for building a series of underground tunnels and chambers; generally in an area that has sufficient natural food sources (such as trees). These termites then burrow into their trees from below, in an effort to remain concealed from both predators and the hot sun.
Other types of dry-wood termites instead prefer an environment that contains dry and dead wood.  It is here that the problem lies, as their food sources perfectly matches the materials which our homes, fences and furniture are made from.

How termites live

Termites live in structured colonies formed of immature termites, workers, soldiers and reproductive termites.  This colony operates using swarm intelligence, which allows the workers to collect food and conduct day to day activities in order to keep the colony functioning (unfortunately this food can sometimes be your house!!).

Many people are unaware that some types of termites actually have wings at a certain stage in their life.  These wings allow the fertile termites to fly away from their colonies and spread out, in the hopes of building brand new colonies in different locations.  This obviously has the potential to cause havoc and destruction in a built up urban area.

In today’s blog post, we have delved into the world of termites Brisbane and discovered why they often find homes and properties in South-East Queensland as the perfect source of food for their colonies.  If you would like to stop termites from nesting on your property, simply give the team at Pest-Ex a call today on 1300 737 839.

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What damage can termites cause?

Posted on March 29, 2012 by admin

If you have ever owned a property, you will be all too aware of the implications that a termites Brisbane infestation could have on your home.  Termites, or white ants as some people call them, are one of the most widespread and destructive insects in the world, causing approximately $5 billion in damages every single year.  In today’s blog post, we will take a close look at termites and investigate why they have earned such a fearsome reputation.

Termite Description

Termites are an extremely organized species of insect that are notorious for their wood eating diet.  While there are over 2000 different kinds of termites, the majority share the same physical characteristics.  Termites have a hard head with a large, strong mouth and generally have no eyes.  They have a soft body with a pale white skin and can vary in size according to their role, their species and their maturity.
The most common type of termite that you are likely to find is either the workers or the soldiers.  As their names suggest the workers purpose is to find and gather food sources for their colony, while the soldier’s role is to protect these workers with their powerful jaws and stinging sprays.

Trail of Destruction

It is the termites constant quest for food that causes so much damage on homes all across the world.  When the termites either run out of natural resources near their nest or build a colony in an urban area, their natural instincts will guide them to the nearest source of wood – unfortunately for us that can quite often be our homes.  Termites don’t discriminate and will target any source of wood in your home ranging from the structure itself to furniture to even in rare cases books.

In today’s article, we have learned some vital information about the termite species, their habitat and their feeding habits.  If you would like to find out more about termites Brisbane, or would like to book a pest inspection for your home, don’t hesitate to give the professional team at Pest-Ex a call today on 1300 737 839.

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Wet Weather Brings Pests Inside

Posted on January 30, 2012 by admin

January 2012 has had a higher than usual  rainfall on the Brisbane, Gold Coast and Tweed Heads area with a lot minor flooding in the area. This wet weather tends to bring all types of Pest Insects indoors seeking a food and shelter as they get flooded out of the gardens, trees and bush areas they usually inhabit.

Termites like moist timber, and I am sure you have noticed the ant invasions coming every time wet weather is about to appear. Cockroaches come indoors looking for food and dry and then the spiders such as Huntsman, White Tail follow. Silverfish are always an issue in your clothes which should not be left untreated as they can often ruin your clothes by chewing holes right in the centre of your favourite piece.

Pest-Ex Pest Control technicians are experienced to control pests in your home, using their wealth of experience to treat pest in the most efficient, safe and cost effective manner available for you. They use the correct products in the right way to treat the pests in the environment they effect. All insects are not treated the same way as they all have different habits and need different products applied to various parts of your home to kill them successfully. The Team at Pest-Ex know what do to get the best results.

Call Pest-Ex today or use the online form to book your pest control if you are in Brisbane, Gold Coast or Tweed areas.

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Is Pest Control safe to use?

Posted on January 21, 2012 by admin

If you have never had any form of pest control performed on your home or business before, you may not fully understand the methods that will be used.  At Pest-Ex, our team of highly trained professionals use a variety of Pest Control Gold Coast techniques that are both environmentally friendly and safe for everyone.  Today’s blog post will take an in-depth look into the pest control process, and hopefully give you an insight into how the pest control process works.

Prevention

As with any pest control company, our team of highly trained pest technicians pride themselves on providing a preventative measure against pests as a primary solution.  It is always easier and more affordable to stop the pests entering your home, rather than dealing with them once the damage has been done.  While we have a number of techniques and methods that we can use depending on the pest, one of the most popular is the prevention of termites through termite barriers.

Treatment

If you find yourself in a situation where pests have entered your home or property, don’t worry – our team at Pest-Ex have a number of different techniques and methods that we can use to rid your home of those unwanted pests.  All of our techniques meet Australian guidelines, and are designed to be safe for your family, children, pets and the environment.  Don’t forget to explore our website to find out more specific details on the variety of treatments that can be used depending on the type of pest in your home.

Now that we have taken an in-depth look at the Pest Control Gold Coast process, we hope that you are more comfortable with the pest control process.  If you would like to find out any more information about our pest control methods, or would like to book an inspection for your home or office, simply give our friendly staff at Pest-Ex a call today on 1300 737 839.

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Pest-Ex in 2012

Posted on January 8, 2012 by admin

The Team at Pest-Ex are back into work full swing in 2012.

We are on call ready to perform any of your Household Termite Inspections, Pre Purchase Building and Pest Inspections or give any existing Termites a lasting Termite Treatment to control them from infesting you home.

We have several expert termite technicians performing work and doing quotes daily from Tweed Heads in the south, covering the entire Gold Coast and Brisbane areas. Keep an eye out for one of our cars sign written with the Pest-Ex Logo.

We wish you all the best for the New Year ahead.

 

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Termite Control Gold Coast

Posted on December 13, 2011 by admin

If you live on the Gold Coast and currently have Termites(White Ants) in your house or are concerned you may have termite activity and want peace of mind for your greatest asset, it is best you have a house termite inspection and get Termite Control by a licensed and well qualified Gold Coast Termite Expert such as Pest-Ex.

Using a well respected expert for termite control is a small expense compared to re-building your house and a quick and inexpensive termite inspection can save you tens of thousands of dollars if existing Termites are left untreated.

We use a whole range of treatment types to suit your individual case as all houses areas and levels of infestations are different. To get the best advice, call us on the numbers below for a Free Quote and Inspection. We cover everytihing from Quotes, Inspections, Pre-Sale Inspections.

We perform a range of Termite and Pest Control, such as -

  • Termite Barriers
  • Pest Control
  • Termite Bait Systems
  • Chemical Termite Control
  • Termidor Installer
  • Free Quotes
  • Professional Advice
  • Warranties Provided on Approved Jobs
Termite Control Gold Coast - Contact Details for Termite Inspection Gold Coast

Pest Ex:1300 737 839

Office:07 5524 8564

Fax:07 5524 7653

Website - http://www.pest-ex.com.au/

We are the Termite Control Experts on the Gold Coast, Tweed Heads and Brisbane area, please contact us on the numbers above if you are in urgent need of Termite Control.

Termite Control Gold Coast Covers All Areas

We cover all areas of the Gold Coast from Coolangatta to Southport, Surfers Paradise, Burleigh, Mudgeeraba, Robina, Palm Beach, Nerang and everywhere in between

Termite Control Gold Coast Termite Inspection

 

For More Information on Termites

Wikipedia – Termites

Termite Control Gold Coast

 

Recent Jobs

  • Termidor Treatment in severe termite damaged home in Mudgeeraba. (Nov 2011)
  • Pre Purchase inspection on house in Robina found minor termite activity (Nov 2011)
  • Installing termite bait systems and monitor for lot of 76 Gold Coast Townhouses. (Nov 2011)
  • Termite inspection after tennant suspected termites. Palm Beach
  • Minor termite activity in Factory – Tweed Heads – (Oct 2011)
  • Chemical treatment of Termites in Skirting Boards of House.
  • Installed termimesh barrier around house to prevent Termites entering a home in Burleigh Heads where alot of white ant activity is in the area.

 

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Pest Ex on Today Tonight

Posted on December 7, 2011 by admin

In October 2011 Danny Kelly from Pest Ex discovered a breed of “Super Termite” active on a Property during a routine Termite Inspection Gold Coast. These termites called Mastotermes Darwiniensis, or the Great Northern Termite, are generally 4 times the size and eat 4 times as musch as any other termite and can be responsible for doing millions of dollars in damage in far northern Australia every year if left untreated.

The Mastotermes Darwiniensis are resistant to regular Termite Treatments and if an in-experienced technician treats these white ants, it can have little effect to them and they will continue to eat your house away.

Scientists who have been studying this breed of termite for 40 years can attest that a mature colony can eat oven 7 kilograms of wood a day. If left un-treated the can cause massive structural damage to your house in a relatively short time.

They were never thought to exist south of around Gladstone, until in October, Danyy from Pest Ex Pest Control discovered a colony, while doing a pre-purchase inspection on a Gold Coast Property. I have a feeling that person got a discount on that house. This is proof why you should get an Experienced and well respected Termite Control Technician to do your inspections. The little bit more you pay is well worth it when they do their job properly. Just imagine if you were buying this house and the operator rushed the job and missed these…..which can, and has definately happened in the past.

To see the article from Today Tonight, which interviews Danny from Pest Ex on Termite Control, click here – Pest Ex on Today Tonight

 

 

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Pre-Purchase Pest Inspection!!!

Posted on June 24, 2011 by admin

Buy Your Home With Confidence….

Pest-Ex Inspectors are highly trained, QBSA licensed and fully insured to conduct your Timber Pest Inspection.  They also come armed with the latest technoloy which includes the all new Termatrac T31 machine used for thermal imaging/radar and moisture scanner! Continue reading →

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Recent Floods Create Ideal Conditions for Termites!!

Posted on June 24, 2011 by admin

We stress to homeowners in Gold Coast & Brisbane that the recent flooding has greatly increased the threat of termites. Continue reading →

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