Repairing the damage
Hold off on repairs until we confirm the colony is no longer active. Replacing timber too early can remove the bait termites were feeding on. A builder should assess structural members like bearers, studs and roof timbers.
PROFESSIONAL TERMITE CONTROL
Termite Control Sydney
Found live termites? We trace the colony's path into your home, eliminate it with baiting or a soil treatment, and protect the building so a new colony can't walk straight back in.
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OVERVIEW
Termite Control That Targets the Colony
Spraying the termites you can see in a skirting board kills a few hundred workers and sends the rest of the colony off to find another way in. The nest, often in a tree stump, under a slab or in the ground metres from the house, keeps feeding. Real termite control means ending the colony, then closing the gaps it used.
Elite treats active subterranean termites in Sydney homes, strata buildings and commercial properties using the approaches AS 3660.2 sets out for existing buildings: in-ground and above-ground baiting, chemical soil barriers, or both together. We choose based on where the activity is, how the building is constructed and what surrounds it, such as concrete paths, gardens or a pool.
Treatment starts from $179 for a targeted application, and every job gets a fixed written quote once we have confirmed the species and how far the activity has spread. Haven't had the property checked yet? Start with a termite inspection so treatment is aimed at the right places.
- Species and activity confirmed before treating
- Baiting, soil barrier or a combination
- Written record of products and areas treated
- Warranty terms confirmed in writing with your quote
HOW WE TREAT
Termite Treatment Methods We Use
Photos from our own Sydney termite jobs. Most properties need one primary method, and some need two working together.
In-Ground Baiting Systems
Stations set into the soil around the building. Once termites find the timber inside, it is swapped for bait they carry back to the nest, which is how the colony is eliminated.
Station Checks & Refills
Stations are opened on a schedule to check for feeding and top up bait. Missed checks are a common reason baiting programs stall.
Above-Ground Bait Placement
Where termites are working inside a wall or door frame, bait can be fixed directly over the active workings so the colony starts feeding straight away.
Chemical Soil Barrier
Termiticide applied into a trench along the footings, or injected through drilled holes in paths and slabs, creating a treated zone in the soil around the building.
Subfloor & Pier Treatment
In suspended floors, the soil around piers and along the walls is included, because subfloors are where concealed activity very often begins.
Damage Assessment
We show you where timber has been eaten so a builder can assess repairs, which should wait until the colony is confirmed dead.
FOUND TERMITES?
What to Do Before We Arrive
What you do in the first day or two affects how quickly the colony can be eliminated.
Don't Spray Them
Surface sprays and insect bombs kill the workers in sight and make the rest abandon that feeding site, leaving nothing for bait to work on.
Don't Break Open the Workings
Leave mud tubes and damaged timber intact. Broken workings dry out and termites may retreat, which slows treatment.
Take Photos
Photograph mud tubes, damaged timber or winged insects and note where you saw them. It helps us plan the visit.
Look for Moisture
Check for leaking taps, hot water overflow or air conditioner drip lines near the spot. Damp soil draws termites and needs fixing too.
Book Promptly
Subterranean termites keep eating while you wait. Same-day and next-day inspections of active termites are available across Sydney.
Tell Your Strata Manager
In a unit or townhouse, activity in one lot often involves common property, so let the strata manager know early.
DON'T WAIT FOR IT TO GET WORSE
Found termites? Leave them alone and call us first.
Talk to a licensed Sydney technician today — honest advice and a fixed quote within 30 minutes.
WHY IT MATTERS
Baiting vs Soil Barrier: Which Treatment Fits?
Both are recognised approaches for existing buildings under AS 3660.2. The right choice depends on your property.
| Consideration | Baiting system | Chemical soil barrier | Combination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main job | Eliminates the colony feeding on the building | Creates a treated zone so termites travelling through the soil are affected | Removes the active colony and protects against new ones |
| How it goes in | Stations in the soil around the perimeter, plus bait on active workings | Trenching along footings, and drilling and injecting through paths and slabs | Bait first, then the soil treatment once the colony is gone |
| Disturbance | Minimal: no drilling of paths or digging of garden beds | Small holes drilled in paving and later sealed; digging along gardens | Spread across staged visits |
| Upkeep | Stations checked on a regular schedule and kept as monitoring | Service life depends on the product label and site; can be re-applied | Station checks continue while the barrier works |
| Suits | Active termites, heavily paved sites, or where chemical use needs limiting | Homes with good access to soil around the footings | Heavy activity, repeat attacks or high-risk sites near bushland |
Want more detail? Our guide to chemical, physical and baiting systems compares them side by side.
OUR PROCESS
From Live Termites to a Protected Home
Termite treatment is a program over several visits, not a one-off spray.
01
Confirm Species & Extent
We identify the termites, trace mud tubes and workings, and check the roof void, subfloor and garden for the likely nest and entry points.
02
Written Treatment Plan
You get a fixed quote naming the method, areas to be treated, products and the follow-up visits needed.
03
Treat the Active Colony
Bait goes onto active workings or into in-ground stations, or termiticide is applied to the soil where termites travel.
04
Monitor Until Elimination
Return visits check feeding and top up bait until activity stops. Timing depends on colony size and season.
05
Protect the Building
Once the colony is gone, we recommend a soil barrier, ongoing station monitoring, or both, to lower the risk of a new attack.
06
Records & Next Inspection
You receive a written record of what was applied and where, plus a recommended date for your next timber pest inspection.
PRICING
What Termite Treatment Costs Depend On
Treatment starts from $179. Your fixed quote comes after we've seen the activity.
| Factor | Why it changes the price |
|---|---|
| Where the activity is | Termites in one door frame need far less work than activity spread through a subfloor and wall frames |
| Method chosen | Above-ground baiting, in-ground stations and full soil barriers use different amounts of product and labour |
| Perimeter length & access | Long perimeters, low subfloor clearance and narrow side passages add time |
| Concrete & paving | Paths, patios and garage slabs that must be drilled and injected take longer than open soil |
| Follow-up visits | Baiting needs return visits until the colony is gone, and larger colonies can need more of them |
| Building type | Strata buildings, commercial sites and homes with extensions or granny flats are scoped individually |
For typical scenarios, read how much termite treatment costs in Sydney. Warranty terms for termite work are confirmed in writing with your quote.
AFTER TREATMENT
Life After a Termite Treatment
Living with bait stations
In-ground stations sit flush with the soil and have locking lids. Don't move them, bury them under mulch or pour concrete over them. Tell us before landscaping so stations can be relocated.
Looking after a soil barrier
Treated soil works best left undisturbed. New garden beds, pavers or a deck against the house can break the treated zone, so call us before those works.
- Keep soil and mulch below weep holes
- Don't stack timber against walls
- Fix leaks near the footings
Keeping watch
AS 3660.2 generally recommends inspections at least every 12 months, and more often in high-risk areas. After treatment, regular inspections are what catch a new colony early.
RISK FACTORS
Conditions That Invite Termites Back
Treatment removes the colony. These property conditions attract the next one, and most are cheap to fix.
- Garden beds or mulch built up against the house, hiding the slab edge
- Leaking taps, downpipes or hot water overflow pipes near the footings
- Air conditioner condensate dripping onto soil beside a wall
- Old tree stumps, sleepers or timber offcuts left in the yard
- Fence posts, pergola posts or steps sitting directly in soil
- Blocked or rendered-over weep holes in brick walls
- Poor subfloor ventilation and damp soil under the house
- Firewood or building materials stored against the house
- Extensions or decks added without joining up termite protection
- Timber retaining walls close to the building
SYDNEY TERMITES
Why Sydney Homes Get Attacked
The most serious termite damage in Sydney is generally caused by subterranean species, particularly Coptotermes, which can nest in trees, stumps and the ground and forage well away from the nest. Warm, humid summers suit them, and so do conditions found across many suburbs: bushland edges in the Hills, the Northern Beaches and the Sutherland Shire, older timber-floored cottages in the Inner West, and heavily landscaped blocks on the North Shore.
Winged termites flying out on warm, humid evenings, usually from spring into summer, are a sign that a mature colony is close by. If you see them indoors, book an inspection. To understand the risk, read why subterranean termites thrive in Sydney, or see pre-construction barriers if you are building.
Reviewed by Ismail, Founder · NSW Pest Management licence 5122967 · Updated September 2026
WHY CHOOSE US
The Elite Pest Difference
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NSW licence 5122967, with termite work planned around AS 3660.2 for existing buildings.
Colony First
We work out where termites are coming from before choosing a method, rather than spraying what's visible.
Clear Records
Products, areas treated and follow-up visits recorded for your files, insurer or a future buyer.
Follow-Through
Return visits are built into the program so baiting is never left half-finished.
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FAQ
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Everything you need to know before you book. Still unsure? Call us — we're happy to help.
Get a Free QuoteHow much does termite treatment cost in Sydney?
Termite treatment starts from $179 for a targeted application. Most jobs cost more than that, because the price depends on where the termites are, the method needed, the length of the perimeter, how much concrete must be drilled and how many follow-up visits are required. We look at the activity first and give you a fixed written quote before anything is applied.
Should I spray termites when I find them?
No. Spraying kills the workers you can see and makes the rest of the colony abandon that feeding point, so there is nothing left for bait to work on and the colony simply moves to another part of the house. Leave the mud tubes and damaged timber alone, take photos, and call a licensed technician.
How long does it take to eliminate a colony with baiting?
It varies. Once termites are feeding well on bait, colonies are commonly eliminated over several weeks to a few months, depending on colony size, species and season, since feeding slows in cooler weather. We check stations on a schedule and confirm when activity has stopped before moving on to protection.
Is a chemical soil barrier or a baiting system better?
They do different jobs. Baiting is designed to eliminate the colony attacking the building. A chemical soil barrier creates a treated zone in the soil so termites entering from outside are affected. Many active infestations are handled with baiting first, then the building is protected with a soil barrier or ongoing monitoring.
Will you need to drill through my concrete?
Only for a chemical soil barrier where concrete paths, patios or slabs sit against the building. Small holes are drilled at close intervals, termiticide is injected into the soil underneath, and the holes are sealed. Baiting avoids drilling, which is one reason it suits heavily paved properties.
Are termite treatments safe for my family and pets?
When applied by a licensed technician to the label, yes. We use APVMA-registered termiticides that go into the soil, into sealed bait stations or onto active workings, not across living areas. Keep children and pets away from open trenches until they are backfilled, and your technician will confirm any precautions for your property.
Can I get termite damage repaired straight away?
Wait until the colony is confirmed inactive. Removing damaged timber early can take away the feeding site the bait relies on, and new timber can be attacked if the colony is still alive. Once we confirm elimination, a licensed builder can assess and repair structural members such as bearers, studs and roof timbers.
Does home insurance cover termite damage?
Generally not. Most Australian home insurance policies exclude termite damage, so repairs usually come out of the owner's pocket. Check your own policy wording to be sure. That is why regular inspections and prompt treatment matter, since activity caught early costs far less to deal with.
Is termite treatment covered by a warranty?
Terms for termite work depend on the method used and whether ongoing inspections or station checks are kept up, so they are confirmed in writing with your quote rather than as one fixed period. The 6-month warranty shown on our website applies to general pest treatments, not termite work.
What's the difference between termite treatment and an inspection?
An inspection finds and reports on termite activity, damage and risk factors across the property. Treatment is the work that eliminates an active colony and protects the building. If you haven't seen live termites, start with an inspection. If you have, we inspect the activity as part of planning the treatment.
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