What is a Pre-Construction Termite Barrier?

A pre-construction termite barrier installed during build can help protect your site from future termite infestations. If termites infiltrate your property, they can quickly cause extensive damage and lead to significant repair costs.

If you're wondering which pre-construction termite barrier is right for you and your property, read on to learn more about this highly effective termite barrier solution.

What is a pre-construction termite barrier?

A pre-construction termite barrier should feature on any construction project. These take the form of a physical barrier that is put in place before the home is built.
 
Pre-construction termite barriers are usually made of a physical sheeting made from heavy duty materials that cannot be chewed or bored by termites. This should prevent even the smallest of termites from infiltrating your property.

These barriers can also consist of chemical treatments or bait and monitoring stations installed before construction is completed. The best solution for most effective protection is a combination of these options.

What are the benefits of a physical termite barrier?

Pre-construction physical termite barriers can provide lasting protection for your home. In contrast to chemical barriers, which need to be reapplied on a regular basis, a physical termite barrier is a permanent solution.

As they don't contain chemicals, they don't put humans or pets at risk. They're also able to be combined with other pest control solutions to deliver even higher protection.

What are the benefits of a chemical termite barrier?

Chemical barriers also have great benefits in defending your site from termites before your build is even completed.

As they contain a chemical that kills the termite on contact as well as taking it back to the entire colony, they are highly successful in keeping termites away from your site. They're a practical and effective solution for your property in Toowoomba.

What are the benefits of a combination of both?

Termites can cause serious damage to wooden structures and are exceptionally difficult to keep under control. A barrier around the perimeter of your home can help prevent termite infiltration.

A combination of physical and chemical protection offers the best approach, ensuring you benefit from the advantages of each method while mitigating their disadvantages.

Chemical barriers kill the termites that come into contact with the chemical after they spread the chemical to the rest of the colony. This is ideal for keeping the nearby termite population under control and minimising risk. In contrast, pre-construction physical barriers are long-term solutions designed to prevent termites entering the home physically- but doesn't kill them.

This indicates that for the most effective protection, having both methods active at your property would give you the best protection.

Contact us today

If you're concerned about termites infiltrating your building during construction, contact Keiran Mortimer Pest Control in Toowoomba today.

We're committed to providing the Toowoomba region with the highest-quality termite and pest control solutions at affordable prices. Our experienced, qualified team deliver efficient and effective pest control.

Call us today on 1800 880 500 to speak to our team, to learn more about what we do, or to arrange a pre-construction termite barrier for your new build in Toowoomba now.