Timber is used in many areas of a home. For example, many houses are built on a timber frame, around which various types of cladding are attached. Additionally, some buildings feature timber floorboards, decking or a wooden staircase. While wood is both functional and beautiful, it's susceptible to becoming fodder to termites who feast on wood. Termites tunnel inside timber elements and eat them from the inside out. If left unchecked, the wood can become hollow and weakened.
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It is better to prevent rat numbers from building up on your property by taking some proactive measures rather than attempting to deal with them retrospectively. Bear in mind that rats are often just as much of a problem in Australia in urban settings as they are in rural ones, where they will tend to target silos of stored grain. Being proactive does not simply mean laying poison down regularly, either.
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Dealing with a termite infestation after it has occurred is often more expensive and time-consuming than it otherwise would have been. In most cases, you will need a termite control expert to help you get rid of these unwanted pests. Of course, plenty of termites live in the bush without bothering people whatsoever. However, as soon as they start to build up their colony numbers on a property, they can cause all sorts of structural issues.
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Pests are the worst liability that you can have in your business. They have the potential to damage your property, give your business a bad image and even chase your customers away. For example, rats in a warehouse will gnaw at the stored items and compromise the quality of what you deliver to your clients. Similarly, cockroaches at a restaurant will damage your reputation and even lead to financial losses.
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Every year, termites cause many thousands of dollars worth of damage to both residential properties and commercial premises. They are found all over Australia and many species rarely come into contact with humans. However, some species like to make their colonies close to people which is when the problems tend to occur. If you know of termite infestations in your town or suburb, then these are the pest management steps you ought to be taking.
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