The "Transfer Effect" Explained
Old-fashioned termite sprays acted as a barrier that simply repelled termites, often leaving gaps they could find. Modern treatments use non-repellent technology. Termites cannot detect the chemical; they tunnel through it, pick up the active ingredient, and unknowingly transfer it back to the nest, eliminating the queen and the entire colony.
Undetectable
Termites traverse the treated zone without detecting the chemical presence.
Social Transfer
The active ingredient is passed from worker to worker via grooming.
Colony Control
Total elimination of the nest structure, protecting the home for years.
Chemical Soil Barriers (Termidor)
A chemical barrier involves trenching around the perimeter of your home (and drilling through concrete paths where necessary) to apply a continuous zone of liquid termiticide into the soil.
- ✓ 8 Year Life Expectancy: Long-lasting protection using Termidor HE.
- ✓ Rapid Action: Starts working immediately upon application.
- ✓ Safe for Pets: Once dried and backfilled, the soil is safe for your family.
Baiting & Monitoring Systems
Ideal for homes with construction styles that make trenching difficult (e.g., split levels) or for homeowners who prefer a chemical-free soil approach. Stations are placed every 3 meters around the property.
- ✓ Active Monitoring: We check stations regularly for termite activity.
- ✓ Total Colony Elimination: Termites feed on the bait and poison the nest.
- ✓ Non-Intrusive: No drilling of internal floors or massive trenching required.
Which Treatment is Right for You?
Both methods are effective, but building construction and soil type usually dictate the best approach.
Choose Chemical Barrier If:
- • You have a standard concrete slab on ground home.
- • You want 8 years of "set and forget" protection.
- • You have accessible soil around the entire perimeter.
- • You want the fastest possible protection.
Choose Baiting System If:
- • Your home is on stumps / sub-floor with complex access.
- • You have extensive concrete paving abutting the house.
- • You prefer to avoid drilling holes in your concrete paths.
- • You want an environmentally low-toxicity solution.
Found Active Termites? Don't Disturb Them!
If you disturb them, they will retreat and re-enter from another spot, making treatment harder. We use Foaming and Dusting treatments directly into active workings. This coats the termites in toxicant, which they take back to the nest immediately.
Treatment FAQs
How long does a chemical barrier last?
A correctly installed Termidor HE barrier has a life expectancy of 8 years in the soil, provided it is not disturbed by landscaping or excavation.
Is the treatment safe for my pets?
Yes. During application, we ask that pets be kept inside or away from the area. Once the liquid termiticide has dried and bonded to the soil (usually 2-4 hours), it is safe for pets to return to the yard.
Do you need to drill holes in my concrete?
If you choose a chemical barrier and have concrete paths abutting the house, yes. We drill small 10-12mm holes every 20-30cm to inject the chemical, then cap them with colour-matched plugs. Baiting systems avoid this requirement.
Does the treatment kill the Queen?
Yes. Both our non-repellent chemical barriers and baiting systems are designed to utilize the "Transfer Effect," carrying the toxicant back to the nest to eliminate the Queen and collapse the colony.