Termite Treatment Questions, Answered Clearly
From active termites and chemical barriers to Termidor, inspections, baiting, treatment costs and quote comparisons, this page brings the most common termite questions into one practical Sydney homeowner guide.
Use the sections below to understand what may be happening at your property, what different treatments involve, and what to look for before accepting a termite quote.
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What Should I Do If I Find Live Termites?
If you discover live termites, avoid disturbing the area more than necessary. Do not spray household insecticide into the activity, pull apart extensive sections of mudding, or remove infested timber before the activity has been assessed.
Take clear photos if you can do so without disturbing the termites, then arrange a professional termite assessment so the location, extent and treatment options can be considered properly.
Read the full Active Termites guide →
Should I spray termites when I find them?
Avoid using household insecticide or disturbing the activity before professional assessment. Disturbance can make it harder to understand the extent and location of the infestation and may alter the termites’ movement.
Does finding termites mean I need a full chemical barrier?
Not automatically. Active termite treatment and long-term termite protection are related but separate decisions. The correct approach depends on the property, where activity is located, construction and the treatment objective.
Can active termites be treated without replacing the damaged timber first?
Usually the termite activity should be assessed and treated before extensive repair work begins. Removing or opening infested areas too early can disturb the activity. The repair sequence should be discussed after the termite-treatment plan is clear.
How quickly should active termites be inspected?
If live termites are visible, arrange professional assessment promptly. The priority is to understand the activity before unnecessary disturbance or repair work takes place.
Questions About Long-Term Treated Zones
What is a chemical termite barrier?
A chemical termite barrier is a professionally installed treated zone around or beneath relevant parts of a building. Depending on the property, installation may involve soil trenching, concrete drilling and injection, rodding, or treatment of accessible subfloor areas.
Why do chemical barrier quotes vary so much?
Property construction, treatment length, concrete, paving, soil access, subfloor requirements, product choice, warranty and site conditions can all change the amount of work required. Two quotes should not be assumed to be like-for-like simply because both use the words “termite barrier.”
What should I compare in two barrier quotes?
Compare the treatment areas, approximate linear metres, drilling, injection, trenching, rodding, subfloor work, product/system, active-treatment inclusions, warranty, annual inspections, certification, GST and exclusions.
Do chemical barriers need ongoing inspections?
Yes. Ongoing termite inspections remain important after treatment and may also be required to maintain certain warranty conditions.
Questions About Termidor Treatment
Termidor is a professional non-repellent liquid termiticide used to create treated zones around relevant parts of a structure. Goliath Pest Solutions is Termidor Accredited.
Read the Termidor guide →What is Termidor used for?
Termidor is used by professional pest managers as part of termite management, including in-ground treated zones around relevant areas of a structure.
How long can Termidor treatment last?
Current BASF information states professional in-ground Termidor treatment can provide protection for up to 8 years, subject to the treatment design, property conditions and warranty requirements.
Are annual inspections required for the Termidor Assurance Warranty?
Yes. BASF states annual inspections are mandatory to maintain and extend the Termidor Assurance Warranty and must be completed in accordance with the warranty requirements.
Can I compare two Termidor quotes by price alone?
No. Compare the actual treated zones, installation methods, warranty obligations, inspection requirements and other inclusions before deciding which proposal is genuinely better value.
Questions About Inspection and Ongoing Monitoring
When should I get a termite inspection?
Arrange an inspection if you see suspicious damage, mud leads or possible termite activity. Regular inspections are also an important part of ongoing termite management, including after treatment.
What does a termite inspection look for?
A professional inspection looks for evidence of active termites, previous damage, mud leads, moisture and drainage issues, timber-to-soil contact, subfloor conditions, construction features and other relevant risk factors where accessible.
Does an inspection automatically include treatment?
No. The inspection identifies findings and risk factors. If treatment is required, the treatment scope can then be discussed and quoted separately.
Why are moisture and thermal tools sometimes used?
Diagnostic tools can help a technician investigate areas of concern and identify conditions that warrant closer inspection. They support the inspection process but do not replace professional interpretation and physical assessment.
Questions About Trelona Bait Stations
Trelona is an in-ground termite baiting system used as part of an ongoing termite-management program. Stations are positioned around the property and inspected as part of the service schedule.
Read the Termite Baiting guide →
Is termite baiting a one-off treatment?
No. Baiting is an ongoing management program that requires monitoring, servicing and replenishment where required.
Can baiting and chemical treatment be used together?
Yes, depending on the property and treatment design. Different termite-management tools can be combined where appropriate.
Does the 10% Termite Quote Beat automatically apply to baiting quotes?
No. The automatic 10% offer is focused on eligible like-for-like written Active Termite Treatment and Chemical Termite Barrier quotes. Goliath can still discuss or review another baiting proposal.
Questions About Pricing and Comparing Quotes
How much does termite treatment cost in Sydney?
There is no single fixed price. Cost depends on the termite problem, property construction, treatment area, access, product or system, labour, warranty and whether active termites are already present.
Why can two termite quotes be thousands of dollars apart?
The scopes may be different. One quote may include substantially more drilling, trenching, treatment length, active termite work, subfloor treatment or warranty requirements than another.
What does “eligible like-for-like” mean?
It means Goliath must be able to provide a substantially comparable treatment in terms of the termite problem being managed, treatment area, system, installation method, warranty and relevant inclusions before confirming the 10% price-beat offer.
Which quotes can qualify for the 10% price beat?
The offer is focused on eligible like-for-like written quotes for Active Termite Colony Treatment and Chemical Termite Barriers. Final eligibility and price are confirmed after Goliath reviews the written quote and property requirements.
Will Goliath contact the company that gave me the quote?
No. The quote-review process is designed as a confidential review between you and Goliath Pest Solutions.
What should I upload for a quote review?
Upload the written termite quotation with as much of the treatment scope, price, product/system, warranty and inclusions visible as possible. Additional property details can be provided through the quote-review form.
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