Termite Treatment in Melbourne starts with finding the colony, not just spraying the damage. We inspect your subfloor, garden beds and fence lines, then apply a treatment plan built for your block.
Whether you own a weatherboard cottage in Hawthorn or a brick home in Balwyn, our licensed pest controllers handle chemical barriers, baiting and monitoring. Book a same-week inspection and get a written quote before we start.
Termite Treatment in Melbourne is a licensed pest control service that eliminates active termite colonies and installs a protective barrier or baiting system around your home.
We start by mapping activity with thermal imaging cameras and moisture meters, then treat the nest itself using non-repellent termiticides such as Termidor or a Sentricon baiting grid. Because termites in Melbourne are usually subterranean, the colony sits underground and can extend 50 metres from the damage you see.
Melbourne's mix of reactive clay soils, older timber-framed homes and damp subfloors creates ideal termite conditions. Suburbs like Canterbury, Kew and Glen Iris sit on heavy clay that holds moisture through winter, while period homes in Malvern and Armadale often have original timber stumps and no modern barrier.
If you have found mud tubes, bubbling paint or hollow-sounding skirting, professional termite treatment Melbourne technicians can confirm activity and treat it before the damage spreads into structural timbers.
Every full treatment includes the inspection, the treatment itself, monitoring visits and a written warranty certificate. We tell you upfront what is covered and what is quoted separately, like major landscaping removal or structural timber repairs.
A licensed pest controller inspects subfloor, roof void, garden beds and fence lines using thermal imaging cameras, moisture meters and termite detectors. You get photos and a written report identifying species, activity and entry points.
We install either a Termidor chemical barrier trenched and injected around the perimeter, or a Sentricon baiting grid with sealed stations. The choice depends on soil, construction and access. Both are applied to Australian Standard AS 3660.
Non-repellent termiticides and bait matrices are transferred back to the colony by the termites themselves, wiping out the nest rather than just the workers near the surface. This is why the treatment keeps working after we leave.
We return at 4 to 6 weeks to confirm colony elimination, then monitor quarterly for the first year and annually after that. Each visit is logged so your treatment history stays current for warranty and resale.
You receive a treatment certificate, a site plan showing treated zones and a written warranty of 5 to 8 years. The paperwork is formatted for building inspectors, buyers and property managers.
Book online and we lock in a time, usually within 2 to 3 business days. A licensed pest controller attends with termite detectors, moisture meters and a thermal imaging camera to inspect the subfloor, roof void, garden beds and fence lines. Expect 60 to 90 minutes on site for a standard Melbourne home.
We identify the species, locate entry points and map the likely colony position. You get photos, a written summary and a clear treatment recommendation. If there is no activity, we tell you and quote monitoring instead of a full treatment.
For active colonies we apply Termidor or install Sentricon baiting stations, depending on soil type and building construction. Chemical barriers are trenched and injected along the perimeter, and dust formulations are applied into wall cavities. Most treatments take 3 to 6 hours.
We re-check bait stations or barrier lines at the 4 to 6 week mark to confirm colony elimination. Monitoring continues quarterly for the first year, then annually. Each visit is logged so you have a documented history for warranty and resale.
You receive a treatment certificate, a site plan showing treated zones and a written warranty. We walk you through what to watch for, how to keep gardens clear of the barrier and when your next inspection is due. Warranty cover runs 5 to 8 years depending on the system.
Book online and we lock in a time, usually within 2 to 3 business days. A licensed pest controller attends with termite detectors, moisture meters and a thermal imaging camera to inspect the subfloor, roof void, garden beds and fence lines. Expect 60 to 90 minutes on site for a standard Melbourne home.
Detect temperature differences behind walls and under floors where termites are active but no visible damage shows. This finds colonies that a torch and screwdriver inspection would miss.
Identify damp timber and soil, which is where subterranean termites prefer to work. Readings guide where we trench and inject the barrier.
Used during inspections to pick up activity in wall cavities, stumps and subfloor timbers without pulling the building apart.
Apply bait gels and dust formulations precisely into wall cavities, cracks and termite galleries so the colony carries the product back to the nest.
Deliver measured doses of termiticide along trenched perimeter lines and into soil, ensuring even coverage to the required depth.
Sealed in-ground stations that hold bait matrices and allow ongoing monitoring. We check them quarterly and refresh bait as needed.
A 1920s weatherboard in Hawthorn had mud tubes along the subfloor and hollow-sounding skirting in the hallway. The owner had not had an inspection in six years, and the building report flagged live termites near the rear extension.
After: We treated the colony with a Termidor barrier and dusted the wall cavities. Activity stopped within three weeks, confirmed at the 4-week check. The owner avoided having to replace two bearers.
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A rental property in Brighton had an old chemical barrier installed more than a decade earlier with no current warranty. The property manager needed a compliant treatment before new tenants moved in and had a two-week vacancy window.
After: We tested the barrier, found it degraded, and installed a new Termidor barrier plus Sentricon stations in the garden beds. The certificate was issued within the vacancy window, and the property passed its compliance check.
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A slab-on-ground home in Glen Iris had termites entering through an expansion joint beside the driveway. Standard trenching was blocked by concrete, and the owner was worried about drilling through the slab.
After: We drilled and injected termiticide through the slab edge and installed Sentricon baiting stations around the perimeter. Colony activity ceased within five weeks, and no internal flooring needed replacing.
Book this service →Termites cause more damage to Melbourne homes than fire, flood and storms combined, and most insurance policies exclude it. These are the problems we get called out for most often.
Ask a pro →We attend within 24 to 48 hours, confirm the species, and apply a Termidor barrier or Sentricon baiting system to eliminate the colony. You get photos, a written report and a warrantied treatment plan.
We trace the tubes back to entry points, treat the soil and wall cavities with dust formulations and non-repellent termiticides, then monitor the site to confirm the colony has collapsed.
We provide a fast inspection and treatment so the property has a documented, warrantied history. Our certificates are formatted for conveyancers and building inspectors, which keeps the transaction moving.
We test the existing barrier, top it up or replace it, and issue a new warranty. If baiting suits your block better, we install Sentricon stations and set up a monitoring schedule.
For most Melbourne homes, a non-repellent chemical barrier using Termidor is the best all-round option because it transfers through the colony and works on clay soils. Sentricon baiting suits homes with limited trenching access or sensitive gardens. The right choice depends on your construction, soil and whether the colony is active. We recommend one after inspecting.
A Termidor chemical barrier typically protects a Melbourne home for 8 years, and we warranty it for 5 to 8 years depending on site conditions. Sentricon baiting systems need quarterly monitoring but can protect indefinitely while stations are maintained. Melbourne's wet winters and clay soils can shorten barrier life, so annual inspections are essential.
Yes, once treated surfaces are dry. We apply APVMA-registered termiticides to Australian Standards, and most internal areas are safe for pets and kids within 2 to 4 hours. Baiting stations are sealed and pet-safe at all times. We tell you exactly which zones to keep pets away from and for how long before we leave.
If you have found mud tubes, damaged timber or live termites, call Pest Control Melbourne Pros now. We are licensed, insured and warrantied, and we prioritise active infestations for attendance within 24 to 48 hours. Get a fixed quote before any work begins.
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