Termite pest control is not just the application of termiticides in the hope the colony is killed off. Total termite control includes information, education, inspection and eradication. A program including those steps will ensure a termite free property.

With over 350 species of termites or "white ants" in Australia, the chances of your property becoming a target for these insects is very high. They are the leading cause of damage to homes and property in the country. Instead of waiting for them to strike, homeowners and property managers can be proactive in termite pest control. Armed with information, education, and inspection results, a proper treatment plan can be put in place to eradicate any infestation found.

Some well-known home termite control companies in Sydney provide examples and illustrations for owners to follow when looking for signs of infestation. Piles of wings found in or near the structure are indications of a recent swarm. This indicates the termites are mating and will soon nest and have workers boring through the wood in your home. Termite tubes or mud tunnels clinging to the outside foundation or underneath in the crawlspaces are another sign of termite entry. In addition to these examples there are also courses available which cover termite pest control in greater detail.

Australian Standard AS 3660 series recommends a property inspection be conducted at least annually to assist in identifying any termite infestation. As part of a total termite pest control program, regular, recurring inspections serve to identify any termite infestations as early as possible, before any significant damage occurs. While the standard recommends annually, more frequent inspections can cut the identification process in half. A home termite control company that provides a thorough inspection report with photographic references to infestations found is recommended for this procedure.

The final aspect of a termite pest control program is eradication. Of course if no evidence of infestation is found during the inspection, then this final solution is unnecessary. If an infestation is found, however, a termite treatment plan will need to cover control and eradication of the current infestation and recommendations for the prevention of future incursions. Home termite control companies offer both termiticide based and natural based termite treatment plans for the property owner to choose from.

Termiticide based treatments are much more environmentally safe today and provide a faster means of elimination. Totally natural termite pest control solutions are also available and, while they may take a while longer, will control and eliminate the colony just as effectively as the chemical strategy. Ultimately the decision about which treatment course to follow lies with the property owner. By following the information, education, inspection and eradication steps, the owner possess all the facts to make that informed decision.