- June 8, 2020
- by Daniel Hickey
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11 Interesting Termite Facts You Need to Know
Termites might be the bane of your existence, but they’re actually pretty incredible creatures. Look past the fact that they cause billions of dollars worth of damage each year and you’ll be surprised… Read more
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What Do Termites Look Like?
- May 7, 2020
- by Daniel Hickey
What do termites look like? Termites of every species may look similar to the naked eye, but close up, there are distinctive differences for each species and genus. No matter what type of termite you may have in your… Read more
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What Do Termites Eat? The Different Types of Wood Explained
- May 7, 2020
- by Daniel Hickey
The longstanding war between man and termites continues to rage on. Studies reveal that Australian homes collectively spend about $1.5 billion AUD annually on repairs and damages stemming from termite infestation…. Read more
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Termite Inspection Process – How to Prevent Termites
- April 1, 2020
- by Daniel Hickey
Safeguard Pest Control has performed more than 20,000 professional termite inspections on the sunshine coast, so we decided to put together a video to help a homeowner better understand and gain knowledge of what… Read more
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2020’s Guide to Termite Types and Pest Species in Australia
- February 29, 2020
- by Daniel Hickey
When it comes to owning a home, there’s an endless list of things to worry about. This includes flooding, wind damage, heating and cooling issues, and even the risk of fire. Termites are another concern that… Read more
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Termite Prevention: How to Protect Your Home From Termites
- January 16, 2020
- by Daniel Hickey
Termites cause a lot of property damage annually. Needless to say, the amount of money that it costs to replace the damage done by termites can be challenging to come up with for a lot of homeowners. Often, termite… Read more
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What Are the Potential Effects of Termite Damage?
- October 11, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
Floods, storms, and fire are all on a list of a homeowner’s worst nightmare. But while powerful weather can ruin a building, there are tiny creatures called termites that can create just as much damage. A termite… Read more
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When Is The Best Time To Get A Termite Inspection?
- September 9, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
Even though they are so tiny, termites are very destructive pests that can eat 24-7. If not stopped, they can cause serious damage to homes, and you might not even notice it until it’s too late. They are considered… Read more
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Counting the Years: How Long Does a Termite Treatment Last?
- August 26, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
Have you seen the skyscrapers that proud cathedral termites are creating across Australia’s remote Top End? Known as Nasutitermes triodiae, this species creates monolithic structures up to eight metres tall,… Read more
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What Attracts Termites to Your House?
- July 23, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
What Attracts Termites to Your House? Is your dream home a romantic gabled cottage? A traditional Queenslander style? Or perhaps Post-War Austere is more your thing. The unique culture of Australia creates its own… Read more
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How To Identify Termites?
- June 10, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
The termites are silent pests that like to eat in silence, but which can be very destructive if not treated. It is estimated that they are causing economical damage worth of billions of dollars worldwide, and worth… Read more
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How Do Termites Get Into Your Home?
- June 3, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
The termites are considered the most destructive and invasive insects in the world and they are causing worldwide damage worth of billions of dollars each year. If left uncontrolled, they can cause a lot of havoc…. Read more
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7 Things That Will Attract Termites To Your Home
- May 27, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
Termites are among the most destructive pests, causing damage of billions of dollars worldwide. If left uncontrolled, they can cause a lot of havoc. So you need to understand their food sources and the things that… Read more
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How Often Should I Get My House Inspected for Termites?
- May 23, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
The termites are very small yet very powerful creatures that can eat 24-7. If not stopped, they can cause serious damage to homes without giving a sign. They are considered to be the most invasive and destructive… Read more
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Termite Treatment – How Much Does It Cost?
- May 12, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
While the costs of termite treatment may seem high to some people, if not handled in time, these tiny insects can cause damage and repair bills worth thousands of dollars. Termites can eat non-stop and their estimated… Read more
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DIY Termite Treatment vs. Professional Termite Control
- May 10, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
Owning a nice home with a yard, a garden and all the bells and whistles can become overwhelming for many people. They have the mortgage, the insurance, the bills, plus all the monthly expenses like food, fuel, kids… Read more
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Do Termites Eat Hardwood?
- May 6, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
Termites are the second most numerous insects on Earth, and while they do have their important role in the ecological balance, they feed on almost anything that comes in their way, including people’s homes. They… Read more
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8 Signs of Termites in Your Home
- April 21, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
Unlike in the cartoons, termites don’t devour timber logs in the blink of an eye. It’s a gradual process, hard to detect, that can have devastating consequences. Each year, termites cause $40 billion… Read more
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What types of termite treatment are most effective?
- March 29, 2019
- by Daniel Hickey
The termite menace in Australia has been around for a while. But so have we, Safeguard Pest Control, providing effective termite treatment on the Sunshine Coast area in Queensland, Australia since 1989. Three… Read more
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Termite Damage Can Be Prevented, Here’s how:
- June 20, 2018
- by Daniel Hickey
Anyone can panic by noticing the signs of termite damage! They can eat a lot of wood and raise your expenses. The total weight of all existing termites in the world is way more than the weight of the whole human population…. Read more
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How to Detect Termites
- March 1, 2018
- by Daniel Hickey
Termites are one of the most damaging species of pests known for their destruction on wooden constructions and structures. They wreck the wooden cabinets, doors, shelves, table, chairs anything that is made up of… Read more
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Signs of Termite Damage
- September 22, 2017
- by Daniel Hickey
Unfortunately, unless you know the signs of termite damage it might not be until there is significant structural damage to your home. If your home isn’t equipped with adequate termite prevention methods, then it… Read more
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