Buzz Off - Bendigo Pest Professionals

What do I do if I find termites in my home?

Do not try to remove or disturb the termites or attempt to use household insecticides yourself as this will do more harm than good. A detailed inspection of the building and surrounds is carried out. Termite activity or damage may not be so obvious to the homeowner so call a licensed pest controller immediately. On the completion of a thorough inspection, a treatment proposal can be provided.

Is pest control environmentally friendly?

Environment and health protection is our main focus when eliminating pests. Our carefully selected range of pest control products, along with our application methods and experience are designed to cause no adverse health effects particularly in sensitive situations when dealing with children and pets. When we do use pesticides, we select formulations and baits with the lowest toxicity available.

How long do I have to stay out of the house after it has been sprayed for pests?

It is necessary to stay out of the home for over 2.5 to 3 hours that includes your pets, to prevent inhalation or contact with chemicals. The time frame is to ensure the product dries.

Is my house safe from termites?

Termites are the cause of the greatest economic losses of timber in service in Australia. Independent data compiled by State Forestry shows; 1 in every 5 homes is attacked by termites at some stage in its life. More recent data would indicate that this is now as high as 1 in every 3. Australia's subterranean termite species are the most destructive timber pests in the world. In fact, it can take as little as 3 months for a termite colony to severely damage.

How do termites attack your Home?

The most destructive species live in large underground nests containing several million timber destroying insects. The problem arises when a nest matures near your home. Your home provides natural shelter and a food source for the termites. Even concrete slabs do not act as a barrier; they can penetrate through cracks in the slab to gain access to your home. They even build mud tubes to gain access to above ground timbers.

Are you licensed and insured?

The technician applying the chemicals is fully licensed and therefore knows the correct mixtures for appropriate treatments and our company is fully insured and everything is closely followed to the Australian standard required.

How do I know if I have Termites?

There are signs which indicate you have termites; however, a licensed pest controller will be able to most accurately give you this answer and advise the best course of action to eradicate the problem. Regular competent inspections should be carried out at least on an annual basis but more frequent inspections are strongly recommended on certain properties. Regular inspections will not prevent termite attack but may help in the detection of termite activity.

What are subterranean termites?

These termites are social insects usually living in underground nests, trees or within the property. They tunnel underground to enter the building and then remain hidden within the timber making it very difficult to locate them. The diet of termites in the natural environment is the various hardwood and softwood species. These same timbers are used in the construction of your house.