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Comment on Termite Barriers by admin

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:33:39 +0000

Hi Bruce,
The ‘organochlorides’ were banned in 1995.
Check out this link.
http://www.apvma.gov.au/products/review/completed/organochlorines_history.php
Cheers
Ross

Comment on Termite Barriers by bruce

bruce — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:01:22 +0000

I have a house that was built in 1995 and has Heptachlor applied as the termite barrier. How long will this chemical last?

Comment on Termite Barriers by admin

admin — Tue, 03 May 2011 10:42:36 +0000

More common than you would think. The termites may be entering your house via another means e.g. under the slab via a service penetration (plumbing pipes etc). Nothing is 100% guaranteed.It’s why regular termite inspections are a must. Look at the recommendations in the report and act on them. In higher risk areas inspections must be carried out more regularly and 6 monthly intervals is recommended. Even with existing termite treatments in place you should conduct regular inspections.here’s hoping your damage is only minor. Good luck with it. Ross.

Comment on Termite Barriers by sharon

sharon — Tue, 03 May 2011 08:58:09 +0000

We have termiglass at our house which is now almost 2 years old. We have just had live termites treated and have yet to find out how much damage has been done. The pest control man said it is unusual, and can not see where they are crossing the barrier. Is this common?

Comment on Termite Barriers by admin

admin — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 06:40:11 +0000

Hi David,
Do you mean Termiglass? I know of the product. You should contact the suppliers/installers.
Other similar products include Granitgard.
Be aware that all ‘barriers’ (physical and chemical) are designed to prevent concealed entry by termites.
They will force termites out into the the open where their presence can be picked up with regular inspections.
It’s all part of a ‘holistic’ approach to termites.
Cheers
Ross

Comment on Termite Barriers by David Sansbal

David Sansbal — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:07:46 +0000

Hi ,
I am 2 months away from building a house on the Gold Coast and have been told I need to include a non toxic termite barrier in the house. I have looked into the products and have found a company that installs crushed glass . I also looked the product up on the internet and saw a court case claiming the product does not work. Do you know anything about this product and whether is actually works ?.