This Fact Sheet is designed to provide existing homeowners with basic advice on termite management. It is important to understand that properly installed and maintained termite management systems impede and discourage termite entry into buildings. They do not prevent termite attack. Generally, physical barriers are designed to last for the lifetime of the building. Chemical barriers, on the other hand, have a limited life and therefore require a higher degree of maintenance and replenishment.
Termite management is required from below and around the perimeter of the building.
This notice is usually installed in the electrical meter box. From 1 January 2001, there is a requirement for a second notice to be fixed on the building. The house should be inspected at least annually by a BSA licensed pest controller. Check the pest controller's licence with BSA before engaging them. In addition to these regular professional inspections, owner vigilance including occasional checks, is important.