TERMITES
sustainable termite management.
Termites are notorious for their ability to destroy wood and other cellulose-based materials, often leading to costly structural damage. Left unchecked, termites can compromise the integrity of buildings, which makes professional intervention essential.
Conventional termite management typically involves injecting hundreds of litres of chemicals into the soil – an approach that poses risks to the environment. At SMARTSENZ® IPM, we recognise the need for effective, yet responsible termite control. That’s why we’ve developed a balanced approach:
- Eco-conscious methods first: focusing on prevention and targeted treatments
- Responsible soil treatment: for cases where it’s necessary to stop termites from causing serious damage. By offering this service, we ensure soil treatments are done with precision and minimal environmental impact, preventing excessive chemical use.
Termite Infestations: What You Need to Know
The most common type of termites in South Africa are Subterranean termites. These termites build nests in the ground and travel to your home for material. It is important to detect termite infestations early to prevent significant damage to your building. Signs of termite infestation include:
- Hollowed / damaged wood
- Discarded termite wings
- Mud tubes on walls
- Swarmers (winged termites) inside or near your home
How SMARTSENZ® IPM Handles Termites’
Our team conducts detailed site surveys to determine the best course of action – impacting termites while safeguarding the environment.
Our experts:
- Provide guidance on making your property less attractive to termites
- Use a completely natural product on termites and their nests (not with soil treatments).
- Apply targeted termiticide spraying (using the only blue-label product in the country).
- Offer preventative and repellent coatings on important furniture/ structures.
- Conduct responsible termite soil treatments/ soil poisoning (when necessary) to protect structures
With SMARTSENZ® IPM, you don’t have to choose between protecting your property and protecting the planet. We make sure both are responsible.
By using eco-friendly methods, we can proactively minimize termite infestations and harm to
the ecosystem.
Contact us today to protect your building and the environment.
