Building a new home is a significant investment, and protecting it from termites right from the start is essential. Termites silently damage thousands of homes across Australia each year, especially new builds with untreated timber and easy entry points.
Termite protection for new homes helps prevent costly repairs by stopping termites before they can invade your property.
Why New Homes Are Vulnerable
Termites often enter through tiny cracks in concrete slabs, gaps around plumbing, or timber directly touching the soil. Without proper protection installed during construction, these pests can quickly cause hidden damage.
Common Termite Protection Solutions
Licensed installers offer several effective termite protection options that meet Australian Standard AS 3660.1:
Physical barriers: Stainless steel mesh or membranes installed under slabs and around penetrations
Chemical barriers: Soil treatments using termiticides like Termidor
Reticulation systems: Underground pipe networks for ongoing chemical applications
Baiting systems: Stations placed around the property to monitor and eliminate termite colonies
Cost and Certification
Termite protection for new homes usually costs between $1,500 and $3,500, depending on home size and system. Certified installers provide compliance certificates required for council approvals.
Protect Your Home from Day One
Don’t wait until termites cause damage. Contact Rapid Termites Melbourne for expert, certified termite protection tailored to your new home.
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