Termites are a significant pest in Sydney, particularly in the northern beaches and north shore, causing considerable economic damage. Homeowners are advised to conduct inspections and to be vigilant for signs of infestation, such as swarms and mud tubes. To prevent infestations, proper construction practices and maintenance, such as keeping the foundation dry and minimizing wood contact with soil, are recommended.

2. ■ Termites are abundant throughout Sydney especially in
Northern Beaches and North Shore areas.
■ They are the most important pest of timber in Australia,
causing millions of dollars worth of damage annually in
timber replacement and control procedures.
■ It is very important to get the homes inspected by pest
control professionals who offer termite inspection and
control in Northern Beaches and North Shore areas of
Sydney.

3. How Do I Know Whether It Is a Termite?
❏ Identify termite swarms (sometimes ant swarms
are mistaken as termites)
❏ Be alert of noises especially at night from the walls
❏ Look fo mud tubes with small, creamy-white insects
❏ Examine, by probing, exposed wood for hollow
spots (using a flathead screwdriver or similar tool)

4. How Do I Know Whether It Is a Termite?
❏ Identify termite swarms (sometimes ant swarms
are mistaken as termites)
❏ Be alert of noises especially at night from the walls
❏ Look fo mud tubes with small, creamy-white insects
Ant Termite
Antennae bent at ninety degree angle Antennae are straight; may droop
Front wings longer than the hind wings Wings are roughly equal in length

5. How Do I Know Whether It Is a Termite?
❏ Identify termite swarms (sometimes ant swarms
are mistaken as termites)
❏ Be alert of noises especially at night from the walls
❏ Look fo mud tubes with small, creamy-white insects
How to Prevent Termite Infestations?
❏ During construction, use a concrete foundation and leave a
ventilation space between the soil and wood. Cover
exposed wood surfaces with a sealant or metal barrier.
❏ After construction, keep the soil around the foundation dry
through proper grading and drainage (including
maintenance of gutters and downspouts).
❏ Reduce openings that offer termites access to the structure

6. How Do I Know Whether It Is a Termite?
❏ Identify termite swarms (sometimes ant swarms
are mistaken as termites)
❏ Be alert of noises especially at night from the walls
❏ Look fo mud tubes with small, creamy-white insects
❏ Eliminate moisture problems
❏ Remove termite food sources
❏ Keep vents free from blockage, including plants
❏ Ensure that trees and shrubs are not planted too close
to the structure and do not allow them to grow against
exposed wood surfaces
❏ Do not pile or store firewood or wood debris next to the
house

7. How Do I Know Whether It Is a Termite?
❏ Identify termite swarms (sometimes ant swarms
are mistaken as termites)
❏ Be alert of noises especially at night from the walls
❏ Look fo mud tubes with small, creamy-white insects
❏ Physical barrier
❏ Biological control agents
❏ Termite baits
Different Types of
Termite Treatments

8. How Do I Know Whether It Is a Termite?
❏ Identify termite swarms (sometimes ant swarms
are mistaken as termites)
❏ Be alert of noises especially at night from the walls
❏ Look fo mud tubes with small, creamy-white insects
How to Handle a Termite
Infestation?
If you find termites in or around your home call R.I.P. Pest
Management first. Do not spray them with a home insecticide
and do not disturb them at all. If you disturb or spray the
termites yourself, you are only making the control measure
more difficult, time consuming and expensive.
So, leave the skilled work to us and let our professionals help
you with your termite control need.

9. How Do I Know Whether It Is a Termite?
❏ Identify termite swarms (sometimes ant swarms
are mistaken as termites)
❏ Be alert of noises especially at night from the walls
❏ Look fo mud tubes with small, creamy-white insects
R.I.P Pest Management
www.rippestmanagement.com.au