Central Coast Home & Lifestyle Summer 2020

PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM TERMITES!

W hile you cannot get rid of termites permanently from the environment, you can help prevent them from taking root in your home and control any active colonies nearby. Also known as “white-ants” these highly destructive pests, cause major structural timber damage to buildings on the Central Coast. CSIRO Survey indicates about 1 in 3 dwellings have termites within the property boundary in Australia, and most homes are at risk, particularly in well established gum trees within 100 metres of the building. Termites forage almost at a constant bases and can spread up to 150 feet around their one colony. It doesn’t take long for termites to ‘nest’ and an infestation can take place within a time span of a mere few days. The rate at which termites eat wood depends on many factors such as the species of termite, size of the colony, type of wood, climate, and location. Experts estimate that over a period of about five months, a group of around 60,000 termites can eat the equivalent of one foot of a 2x4 beam. Termites prefer moist, undisturbed places such as warm,

dark places and are attracted tomoisture, and there is usually plenty of moisture in the soil upon which your foundation is built. People who are living in homes infested by termites may suffer from allergic reactions or even asthma attacks. Heating or ventilation systems can especially contribute to the spread of irritating particles and dust from termite nests. As a precaution get rid of any decayed lumber or firewood, which termites prefer over sound wood from around your property. Australian Termite Solutions can promptly identify if your home is in need of treatment. Using Sentricon Always Active System, Exterra System and the Nemesis System, which are all excellent for the home owner who does not like the idea of using potentially dangerous chemicals in termite removal, treatment of termites or control of termites. We love happy customers....the team at A.T.S Contact Australian Termite Solutions for all of your pest concerns. Phone: 4369 8500 Website: www.atscentralcoast.com.au

Termite infestation Found in homes on the Central Coast

Termites are known to destroy the wall and roofing timbers of a home within 3 months of construction. Termites cause more damage to homes in Australia than fire, floods, hail storms and violent gusty winds, combined. We offer a full range of termite treatment methods that meet Australian standards using the latest techniques.

Book a thorough termite inspection to ensure this

unwanted visitor isn’t residing in your most valuable possession.

PHONE 4369 8500 | Website: www.atscentralcoast.com.au