There really is nowhere quite like Brisbane. Sure Sydney and Melbourne get all of the attention but at the end of the day Brisbane is just one of those cities that has the best of everything. Our laid back atmosphere, enjoyable climate (9 months out of the year!) our small suburban hubs all with great options for brews (bean or hop based). But for all that is truly great about Brisbane, we are home to some of the highest risk suburbs for subterranean termites in Australia. It

Subterranean Termites Even though there are many types of termites, the species which can cause the most damage to homes in Brisbane is the subterranean species. These termites eat wood from the inside out, so you will not necessarily realize that your home is being eaten, as they leave the outer layers intact. The worrying thing about this is that you might be living in a termite-infested home and not even know it. Subterranean termites are extremely destructive, they tunne

Last week our technician headed out to a house in Gumdale for a Termidor Ant service and Mosquito treatment and while he was walking around he noticed a small mud lead maybe 5cm long in the external brick work. With his curiosity piqued he popped his head in the sub floor to find plenty more active termite leads. It was our technician's unfortunate duty to inform the home owner that he had found active termites in her home and recommended a termite inspection immediately. For

The large storms that rolled through Brisbane and South East Queensland on Saturday afternoon were certainly something to behold from the deafening cracks of thunder to the visual light display and the torrential rain but depending on where you were, it all seemed to pass pretty quickly and innocently. What came after was a fantastic display of nature, it is something happens every year, usually around this time and usually after rain. Some Brisbane locals were privy to the "

With the recent wet weather and the mercury on the rise, conditions are perfect for subterranean termites as we move into their peak season in South-East Queensland. Whilst termites are active year round, they are particularly active in summer foraging longer and further for food to sustain their ever growing colonies. This wouldn't be so ominous if they weren't so destructive, creating a higher repair bill than tropical storms and fires combined. They cost Australian home ow

If it's been a while since your last termite inspection perhaps it's time to consider contacting us to arrange one of our professional technicians to bring your termite inspection up to date. The Australian Standards recommend you have your home inspection at least 6-12 months even if you have a current termite management plan in place. Regular termite inspections by a licensed termite inspector are essential to ensure your home is termite free and free of any risk factors th

With termite season in full swing you may be considering installing a perimeter soil treatment (aka chemical barrier) around your home. A chemical barrier is the best way to protect your home from a subterranean termite attack but the big question remains, which termiticide (termite poison) do you choose? When installing a chemical barrier you will need to consider your termiticide (termite poison) of choice. There are so many choices out there these days but Altriset should

The weather this last week has been perfect for flying termites, or more affectionately known in the pest controlling community as "swarmers". Swarmers or flying termites are the new kings and queens of subterranean termite nests taking to the skies looking to find a mate and start a new colony. Many Brisbane home owners have spotted these flying termites around this weekend, perhaps you have too! Alates are the technical name for the flying termites and they usually take fli

Termite season is in full swing and more and more Brisbane home owners are deciding to install chemical barriers around their Brisbane homes to protect against a subterranean termite attack. You may have seen the thousands of flying termites take to the skies this week looking to establish new nests all over Brisbane. South-East Queensland is a high risk zone for subterranean termite attacks and Brisbane home owners should be extremely vigilant of active termites in their gar

Alate Adjective "Refers to wings or wing like structures. In entomology it usually refers to the winged form of a social insect, especially termites of ants" As you may or may not know it is now flying termite season, hey you, like many Brisbanites may have already noticed these four winged pests clumsily flying around your home. Like a biblical plague, swarming termites are invading our homes as soon as the sun sets. These swarming termites are affectionately known in the pe

Seeing a few cockroaches scuttling under the fridge when you turn a light on? Or have you had the misfortune of finding a huntsman spider glaring down at you from the ceiling? Maybe after seeing a mouse sprint across the veranda through the corner of your eye you thought...."maybe it's time to get the old pest control updated...." At Results Home Services we offer a wide range of pest control services to protect your Brisbane home from unwanted pests this summer. From cockroa

Termites cost Australian home owners millions of dollars in repairs and treatments every single year. As a country, we spend more on termite repairs and eradication than we do on repairs after natural disasters. Subterranean termites are no joke which is why we've put together all the information you need to know about termites. Termites or white ants? Subterranean termites are commonly referred to as "white ants" and it comes from their appearance more than anything else. Th

Termite season is right around the corner; is your home ready? Termites are active all year long but are particularly active in the wet and hot summer months. Termites travel further from the nest in search of food in the summer months which is part of the reason we receive so many termite calls during this period. Brisbane is an extremely high risk area for subterranean termites because various environmental and climatic conditions. Termites love heat, moisture and humidity

Do you live in Wakerley or Gumdale and just discovered you might have termites? Don't worry because at Results Home Services we have you and your home's protection covered! Wakerley and Gumdale is one of Brisbane's at most risk areas for a subterranean termite attack and we encourage all home owners in Wakerley and Gumdale very vigilant ensuring your termite inspection is done at least annually and your termite protection is current. Termites can strike at any time in any sea

Gumdale is a flourishing suburb with new homes and townhouses going up everyday in this unique, leafy green suburb. With all the hustle and bustle of new homes and shopping centers being built subterranean termites are now on the move after their nests have been disturbed by construction. This is exactly the reason our senior termite expert is imploring home owners in Gumdale to make sure their termite protection is up to date so you don't get stung by a very expensive termit

We can’t tell you how many times we have found termites at a clients home and they have been determined to deal with the problem themselves. Nine times out of ten those clients have to get us back to treat the termites which come back and at the end of it all and they realize they could have saved the time, money and stress had they just left the termite treatments to the professionals. There are many things in life that lend to the Do-It-Yourself trend and Pintrest is full o

"Help! I've just found termites in my house!" This is a call we receive all too often usually from someone who has just pushed their vacuum head through their skirting boards or someone who has just poked their finger through the wall because the thin layer of paint was all that was left behind by subterranean termites. If this ever happens to you the most important thing to remember is to stay calm, leave the termites alone and call Results Home Services and have a qualified

One of the best ways to ensure you sleep well on these hot summer nights is to have the peace of mind that comes from knowing your home has had its annual termite inspection and that all your pest control needs are up to date. Each summer, we get overwhelmed with calls about termites found either in the home or close by in the gardens. There are two reasons for this. First, termites are very active during the warmer months. Second, homeowners are also very active around the

A successful termite management plan is a combination of regular termite inspections and the installation of a suitable termite management system to protect your home. An annual termite inspection is the cornerstone of any termite management plan. A proper termite inspection is designed to find any signs of termite activity, including evidence of new or old termite damage or workings. Our trained and qualified termite experts also identify any conditions in your home and ar

A recent article published by the Brisbane Times illustrates with painful clarity exactly why you should not let termite nests grow near your home. This week, a woman was killed by a falling tree that was so damaged by termites it fell over. We can't tell you how often we hear people refuse to treat the termites in their yard because "they're happy eating my retaining wall, no need to worry about them coming inside..." or " a friend years ago told me not to worry about termit