Queensland Storms, Humidity and Termites

Summer is the perfect time for termites to be on the move and looking for new homes. With the humidity high and warmer days approaching this is the time when millions of termites grow wings and fly from their nests in swarms to find a new place to host a colony.

Termites are most active in the months of November and December and the termite swarming season continues right through till March. During this period termites look for a new places to nest which include, moist places and partially decayed timber. If a termite does not find a place to nest they die within 24 hours.

Brisbane Summer Storm Season

Summer storms create a damp location for termites to create a new home. If your home does experience a server storm and water gets through the walls or roof make sure you replace any timber that is wet. Otherwise this creates a perfect home and food supply for termites as the timber is soft from the water which makes it easy for termites to eat.

Please remember that if you do find timber that has termites in there, or if you think there are termites in your home do not attempt to move the timber yourself or replace it. As premature attempts to repair or replace infested timber may cause the termites to temporarily from the area and this will effect effective termite treatment.

Stay Safe

Remember to safe during storm season and remove any extra debry that may be lying around your home. Trim any overhanging branches but do not attempt to touch branches near power lines. Prepare a storm increase power does go out in your home.
 

How to Detect Termites

• Mud plastering or galleries along joints or cracks may be a sure sign of termites
• Building foundations such as piers, stumps, building foundations, skirting boards, roof timbers and those made from soft wood.
• Any building parts connected to soil should be inspected first as this gives termites easy access points into your home.
• Areas that are damp or humid such as bathrooms, laundries or places where pipes leak are likely places for termite infestations.
• Any walls or surfaces that look like they are bulging, staining or ripping.

Remember to have regular termite inspections in your home and prevent a headache later on.
 

Find out about What Home Buyers need to look out for with Termites