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Year-round subtropical foraging with no winter dormancy.<\/span>\n\n<div style=\"background:var(--bg2);border-bottom:1px solid var(--border)\"><div class=\"wrap\"><nav class=\"bc\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/\">Home<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/blog\/\">Blog<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><span style=\"color:var(--txt)\">Complete Termite Protection Guide<\/span><\/nav><\/div><\/div>\n\n<section class=\"hero\">\n  <div class=\"wrap hero-in\">\n    <div class=\"cat\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>Deep Guides<\/div>\n    <h1 class=\"h1\">Complete Guide to Termite Protection for Brisbane Homes<\/h1>\n    <div class=\"meta-row\">\n      <span class=\"meta-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"4\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"16\" y1=\"2\" x2=\"16\" y2=\"6\"\/><line x1=\"8\" y1=\"2\" x2=\"8\" y2=\"6\"\/><line x1=\"3\" y1=\"10\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"10\"\/><\/svg>Updated May 2026<\/span>\n      <span class=\"meta-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"\/><\/svg>15 min read<\/span>\n      <span class=\"meta-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M20 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H8a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><\/svg>Response Pest Control<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<div class=\"art\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n\n    <div class=\"qs\"><p>Brisbane termite protection requires four elements: annual AS 4349.3 inspection, a chemical or physical barrier system, environmental modifications to reduce conducive conditions, and insurance awareness. All greater Brisbane properties sit in AS 3660.1 Zone 1, the moderate-to-high termite risk classification. No protection program is complete without at least annual inspection.<\/p><\/div>\n\n    <p>Termites cause more structural damage to Australian homes annually than fire and flood combined, and home insurance covers neither fire-adjacent termite damage nor the damage itself. In Brisbane, the risk is amplified by a year-round subtropical climate that keeps Coptotermes acinaciformis foraging without a winter dormancy period. This guide covers every layer of a complete Brisbane termite protection program, from inspection frequency to barrier selection to environmental modifications.<\/p>\n\n    <h2>Why Brisbane Has Higher Termite Risk<\/h2>\n    <p>Greater Brisbane's termite risk profile is driven by three factors that do not apply equally to southern Australian cities.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"risk-strip\">\n      <div class=\"rs-hd\">Brisbane termite risk factors vs southern Australian cities<\/div>\n      <div class=\"rs-grid\">\n        <div class=\"rsi\"><div class=\"rsi-lbl\">Year-round foraging<\/div><div class=\"rsi-txt\">Brisbane's minimum winter temperatures (10-14\u00b0C) are above the threshold at which Coptotermes acinaciformis significantly reduces foraging activity. Effective foraging year-round means 365 days of potential structural risk rather than 250-280 days in Melbourne's climate.<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"rsi\"><div class=\"rsi-lbl\">AS 3660.1 Zone 1<\/div><div class=\"rsi-txt\">The entire greater Brisbane area (including Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast) is classified Zone 1 under AS 3660.1, the highest residential termite risk classification in Australia. This is not a judgment; it is a measured classification based on species distribution data.<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"rsi\"><div class=\"rsi-lbl\">Eucalyptus root systems<\/div><div class=\"rsi-txt\">Coptotermes acinaciformis preferentially nests in dead Eucalyptus root systems. Brisbane's established suburbs contain large populations of mature Eucalyptus trees in gardens, verges, and parkland within easy foraging range of residential structures. This nesting preference is not replicated in Melbourne's street tree populations.<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"rsi\"><div class=\"rsi-lbl\">Subfloor construction<\/div><div class=\"rsi-txt\">A significant proportion of Brisbane's residential building stock was built between 1920-1970 on timber subfloor construction. These properties have extensive untreated timber framing directly accessible from the soil. Heritage timber frames in elevated properties remain the highest termite damage cost category in Brisbane.<\/div><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>The Annual Inspection: The Non-Negotiable Foundation<\/h2>\n    <p>Annual AS 4349.3 timber pest inspection is the foundation of every termite protection program regardless of what barrier system is in place. Inspection serves two functions: it detects active termite activity at the earliest possible stage before significant structural damage has occurred; and it maintains the warranty condition on your chemical barrier (Termidor's 8-year product warranty requires annual inspection as a warranty condition).<\/p>\n    <p>What an AS 4349.3 inspection covers: all accessible internal areas with specific attention to wet areas, floor margins, and wall junctions; subfloor inspection of all framing timbers, stumps, and bearers accessible from the access hatch; roof void inspection of rafters, wall plates, and ceiling joists; external perimeter including all garden structures, fencing, sleepers, and planted areas within 50 metres; and all trees on the property and adjacent to the property boundary. Detection equipment: Termatrac T3i microwave radar (detects movement in wall cavities without drilling), thermal camera (identifies moisture differentials), and calibrated moisture meter. Written report with photographs within 24 hours of inspection. See the <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/termites\/inspections\/\">termite inspection guide<\/a> for full scope details.<\/p>\n    <p>Inspection cost: $280-$380 for a standard Brisbane residential property. This is the single most cost-effective termite protection measure available. A colony detected at first inspection costs $2,800-$5,000 to treat and barrier. A colony detected after 2-3 years of undetected foraging costs $15,000-$80,000+ in structural repairs on top of treatment. See the <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pricing\/termite-treatment-cost\/\">termite treatment cost guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n    <h2>Barrier Systems Compared<\/h2>\n    <p>A termite barrier creates a treated zone between the soil and the structure that prevents subterranean termites from accessing the building. Three primary barrier system types are used in Brisbane residential construction.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"system-grid\">\n      <div class=\"sys\">\n        <div class=\"sys-lbl\">Most common Brisbane choice<\/div>\n        <h3>Chemical soil barrier (Termidor HE)<\/h3>\n        <p>Fipronil 6.3g\/L applied to the soil around the full building perimeter as a continuous treated zone. Termites foraging through the treated soil are affected by the active ingredient and carry it back to the colony via the transfer effect.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"sys-rows\">\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Cost<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">$2,000-$3,500 (perimeter length dependent)<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Warranty<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">8 years (Bayer product warranty)<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Inspection<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">Annual required for warranty<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Suitable for<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">Most existing Brisbane residential properties<\/span><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"sys\">\n        <div class=\"sys-lbl\">Alternative barrier option<\/div>\n        <h3>Chemical soil barrier (Altriset)<\/h3>\n        <p>Chlorantraniliprole-based soil treatment. Lower acute toxicity profile than fipronil with comparable efficacy. Non-repellent; termites foraging through treated zone are affected without detecting the treatment. Preferred for properties near aquatic environments.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"sys-rows\">\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Cost<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">$2,200-$3,800<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Warranty<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">8 years (Syngenta product warranty)<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Inspection<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">Annual required for warranty<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Suitable for<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">Properties near waterways, eco-preference clients<\/span><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"sys\">\n        <div class=\"sys-lbl\">New construction<\/div>\n        <h3>Physical stainless steel mesh barrier<\/h3>\n        <p>Stainless steel mesh (1.6mm aperture) installed at all slab penetrations, around pipes, and as a cap on all wall footings during construction. Physically prevents termite passage through the barrier rather than using chemical treatment. Permanent installation with no product expiry.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"sys-rows\">\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Cost<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">$3,000-$8,000 (floor area dependent)<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Warranty<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">50 years (physical barrier lifespan)<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Inspection<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">Annual still required (condition monitoring)<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Suitable for<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">New construction only; cannot be retrofitted<\/span><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"sys\">\n        <div class=\"sys-lbl\">New construction pre-treatment<\/div>\n        <h3>Pre-construction chemical treatment<\/h3>\n        <p>Chemical soil treatment to the building envelope before the slab is poured. Covers all penetrations and the full slab footprint. Applied as part of the building process before occupation. Often combined with a perimeter barrier post-construction.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"sys-rows\">\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Cost<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">$800-$1,800 (slab area dependent)<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Warranty<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">8 years from installation<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Inspection<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">Annual required for warranty<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"sys-row\"><span class=\"sys-k\">Suitable for<\/span><span class=\"sys-v\">New slab construction during building process<\/span><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>Baiting Systems<\/h2>\n    <p>Termite baiting systems (Sentricon, Exterra, Trelona) use in-ground monitoring stations placed around the property perimeter. Stations contain cellulose matrix that foraging termites find and consume. When termite activity is detected at a station, the matrix is replaced with a bait containing a slow-acting active ingredient (chlorfluazuron or noviflumuron) that the foragers carry back to the colony, eventually eliminating it.<\/p>\n    <h3>When baiting systems are preferred<\/h3>\n    <p>Chemical barrier installation is impractical (rocky ground, limited soil access, proximity to water features, concrete pavement covering the full perimeter). The property owner prefers a non-chemical treated soil approach. The property has an existing active termite problem that needs resolution before a permanent barrier is installed. A second layer of protection alongside a chemical barrier is desired for very high-risk properties.<\/p>\n    <h3>Baiting system limitations<\/h3>\n    <p>Baiting requires 6-monthly station monitoring visits rather than the annual inspection that maintains a chemical barrier. If foraging termites do not find the station, the system provides no protection. Colony elimination via bait typically takes 2-6 months once bait is consumed. Annual cost of monitoring visits ($600-$1,000 per year) exceeds the annual inspection cost ($280-$380) that maintains a chemical barrier warranty. Full information at the <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/termites\/baiting\/\">termite baiting guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n    <h2>Environmental Modifications<\/h2>\n    <p>Environmental modifications reduce the conducive conditions that attract termite foraging activity to a property. They are not a substitute for inspection and barrier but they meaningfully reduce ongoing risk and improve the performance of barrier systems by reducing the termite pressure directed at the building.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"steps\">\n      <div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-n\">1<\/div><div class=\"step-txt\"><strong>Fix subfloor moisture.<\/strong> Standing water in the subfloor, inadequate cross-ventilation, and blocked drainage create the moist soil conditions that Coptotermes prefers for foraging. Extend downpipes away from the building, improve subfloor ventilation, and address any plumbing leaks contributing to subfloor moisture.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-n\">2<\/div><div class=\"step-txt\"><strong>Remove timber-to-soil contact.<\/strong> Timber landscaping sleepers in contact with soil, timber deck posts not on galvanised post bases, and timber garden edging in contact with the building are all direct termite access pathways. Replace soil-contact timber with concrete, galvanised steel, or treated pine with post bases.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-n\">3<\/div><div class=\"step-txt\"><strong>Cut back vegetation from the building perimeter.<\/strong> Dense vegetation adjacent to the building creates moisture retention, provides shade that slows soil drying, and can bridge the external barrier treatment zone. Maintain a vegetation-free zone of at least 300-400mm from the building base.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-n\">4<\/div><div class=\"step-txt\"><strong>Remove dead tree stumps and timber debris.<\/strong> Dead Eucalyptus stumps are the preferred nesting site for Coptotermes acinaciformis. Remove or chemically treat any dead stumps within 50 metres of the building. Remove stored timber, pallets, and organic debris from under the building and from soil-contact positions in the garden.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-n\">5<\/div><div class=\"step-txt\"><strong>Maintain visibility around the building base.<\/strong> Chemical barriers must be visually inspected at the annual inspection. Anything that covers or obscures the building base (garden mulch banked against the wall, stored materials against the perimeter, dense low plantings over the barrier zone) impedes inspection and can disrupt barrier continuity. Maintain clear access around the full building base.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>Barrier System Comparison<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"tbl-wrap\">\n      <table class=\"comp-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th>System<\/th><th>Cost<\/th><th>Warranty<\/th><th>Annual cost<\/th><th>Best situation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Termidor HE (chemical)<\/td><td>$2,000-$3,500<\/td><td class=\"g\">8 years<\/td><td>$280-$380 (inspection)<\/td><td>Most existing Brisbane homes<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Altriset (chemical)<\/td><td>$2,200-$3,800<\/td><td class=\"g\">8 years<\/td><td>$280-$380 (inspection)<\/td><td>Near waterways, eco-preference<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Physical mesh (SS)<\/td><td>$3,000-$8,000<\/td><td class=\"g\">50 years<\/td><td>$280-$380 (inspection)<\/td><td>New construction only<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Pre-construction chemical<\/td><td>$800-$1,800<\/td><td class=\"g\">8 years<\/td><td>$280-$380 (inspection)<\/td><td>New slab during build<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Baiting system<\/td><td>$2,500-$4,500<\/td><td>Colony dependent<\/td><td class=\"r\">$600-$1,000 (6-monthly visits)<\/td><td>Rocky ground, no soil access<\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n      <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>New Home Termite Protection<\/h2>\n    <p>The ideal termite protection program for a new Brisbane home combines three elements: pre-construction chemical soil treatment to the slab footprint before the concrete is poured, a physical stainless steel mesh system at all slab penetrations and pipe entries during construction, and a post-construction chemical perimeter barrier once the building is occupied. The combination of these three creates overlapping protection zones with no single-point vulnerability. The <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/residential\/new-home-pre-construction\/\">new home pre-construction service page<\/a> details the process and timing for each stage.<\/p>\n    <p>For new homes, the AS 3660.1 building code requires a termite management system to be installed during construction for all residential buildings in termite risk zones, which includes the entirety of greater Brisbane. A Certificate of Compliance must be issued by the installing operator and retained with the building documentation. Check that your builder has scheduled this during the construction process; it cannot be retrofitted after the slab is poured at the same effectiveness level.<\/p>\n\n    <h2>Existing Home Retrofit Protection<\/h2>\n    <p>Properties without a current termite barrier can have a chemical soil barrier retrofitted after construction. The process for a standard slab or timber subfloor property: the operator trenches and rods the soil around the full building perimeter, applies the chemical solution at label rate to create a continuous treated zone, and reinstates the surface. Concrete paths and pavers may require drilling at 300mm intervals. The full perimeter must be treated without gaps for the barrier to be effective.<\/p>\n    <p>For properties with extensive concrete pavement, restricted access around the building perimeter, or proximity to water features, the operator will assess access and recommend the appropriate chemical (Termidor, Altriset) and application method. The <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/termites\/barriers\/\">termite barrier installation guide<\/a> covers the process in detail.<\/p>\n\n    <h2>Insurance Considerations<\/h2>\n    <p>Standard Australian home insurance policies exclude termite damage as a maintenance issue. This exclusion is explicit in most policy wordings and is not negotiable as a standard add-on. Several specialist timber pest insurance products have emerged in the Australian market that offer limited termite damage coverage for properties with a current inspection report. These products vary significantly in what is covered, coverage limits, and exclusions; review policy wording carefully and confirm with the insurer whether a property with no current barrier is eligible.<\/p>\n    <p>The most financially effective protection against termite damage cost is the inspection and barrier combination, not insurance. An annual inspection that catches a colony at the earliest stage prevents $15,000-$80,000 in structural repair costs that insurance would not cover anyway. A $280-$380 annual inspection investment is the most cost-efficient risk management available for any Brisbane property owner.<\/p>\n\n    <h2>10-Year Termite Protection Plan<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"steps\">\n      <div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-n\">Y1<\/div><div class=\"step-txt\"><strong>Year 1: Inspection + barrier installation.<\/strong> AS 4349.3 inspection to establish baseline condition and confirm no active activity. Chemical perimeter barrier installation (Termidor HE or Altriset) within 6 months of inspection if no barrier is currently in place. Environmental modification audit and remediation of high-risk conditions identified in inspection report.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-n\">Y2-8<\/div><div class=\"step-txt\"><strong>Years 2-8: Annual inspection cycle.<\/strong> Annual AS 4349.3 inspection each year. Report reviews barrier condition (for evidence of disruption), identifies any new conducive conditions, and confirms no active activity. Barrier warranty maintained by continuous annual inspection record. Remediate any new conducive conditions identified.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-n\">Y8<\/div><div class=\"step-txt\"><strong>Year 8: Barrier re-assessment.<\/strong> At the 8-year product warranty mark, soil testing or technical assessment confirms whether Termidor concentration remains at effective levels. In most cases, a visual inspection of the barrier zone and review of inspection records is sufficient. If soil testing indicates degraded concentration, a top-up application is scheduled.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-n\">Y9-10<\/div><div class=\"step-txt\"><strong>Years 9-10: Continued annual inspection, barrier renewal if needed.<\/strong> Continue annual inspection program. Schedule barrier top-up or full reapplication based on Year 8 assessment. Properties with previous termite activity history, close proximity to Eucalyptus, or subfloor moisture issues should consider 6-monthly inspection intervals from Year 9 onwards.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"takeaways\">\n      <h3>Termite protection for Brisbane homes: key points<\/h3>\n      <div class=\"tk-list\">\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Annual AS 4349.3 inspection is the foundation of every protection program. No barrier maintains its warranty without it.<\/div>\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Termidor HE chemical barrier is the most common choice for Brisbane existing homes: 8-year warranty, $2,000-$3,500 installation, annual inspection only.<\/div>\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Brisbane properties sit in AS 3660.1 Zone 1 with year-round foraging. No winter dormancy reduces risk. Every property is at risk.<\/div>\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Environmental modifications reduce foraging pressure: fix subfloor moisture, remove timber-to-soil contact, clear vegetation from perimeter, remove dead stumps.<\/div>\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Home insurance does not cover termite damage. Annual inspection at $280-$380 is the most cost-effective financial protection available.<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"cta-box\">\n      <div><h3>Annual inspection or barrier installation for your Brisbane property<\/h3><p>AS 4349.3 inspection. Termidor and Altriset installation. Written report within 24 hours.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"cta-acts\">\n        <a href=\"tel:0406178471\" class=\"btn-g\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\"><path d=\"M22 16.92v3a2 2 0 0 1-2.18 2 19.79 19.79 0 0 1-8.63-3.07A19.5 19.5 0 0 1 4.69 12a19.79 19.79 0 0 1-3.07-8.67A2 2 0 0 1 3.6 1.21h3a2 2 0 0 1 2 1.72 12.84 12.84 0 0 0 .7 2.81 2 2 0 0 1-.45 2.11L8.09 9.91a16 16 0 0 0 6 6l.87-.87a2 2 0 0 1 2.11-.45 12.84 12.84 0 0 0 2.81.7A2 2 0 0 1 22 16.92z\"\/><\/svg>0406 178 471<\/a>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/quote\/\" class=\"btn-gw\">Get a Quote<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"faq-list\" id=\"faq\">\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">How much does termite protection cost in Brisbane?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Annual inspection: $280-$380. Chemical barrier (Termidor): $2,000-$3,500. Baiting system: $2,500-$4,500 plus $600-$1,000 annual monitoring. Pre-construction chemical: $800-$1,800. Physical mesh (new build): $3,000-$8,000. Full pricing at the <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pricing\/termite-treatment-cost\/\">termite cost guide.<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Is a chemical barrier or baiting system better for Brisbane?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Chemical barrier (Termidor HE) is generally preferred: 8-year warranty, annual inspection only, lower ongoing cost than 6-monthly baiting station visits. Baiting systems are preferred for properties where chemical barrier installation is impractical (rocky ground, no soil access, near water features). Both are effective when correctly installed and maintained.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Does home insurance cover termite damage?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">No. Standard Australian home insurance excludes termite damage. Annual inspection at $280-$380 is the only effective financial protection. Specialist timber pest insurance products exist with limited coverage; check policy wording carefully.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Why does Brisbane have higher termite risk than Melbourne?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Year-round subtropical foraging without winter dormancy; AS 3660.1 Zone 1 classification across all of greater Brisbane; high density of Eucalyptus trees (preferred Coptotermes nesting site) in established suburbs; significant stock of pre-1970 timber subfloor construction.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Can I do anything myself to reduce termite risk?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Yes. Fix subfloor moisture, remove timber-to-soil contact, cut back vegetation from building perimeter, remove dead stumps, maintain barrier zone visibility. These don't replace inspection and barrier but meaningfully reduce conducive conditions.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">How often should I get a termite inspection?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Annually as a minimum. 6-monthly for properties in dense bushland surroundings, creek corridors, with large Eucalyptus within 50 metres, or with previous termite history.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">What happens to my barrier warranty if I miss an annual inspection?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Bayer's 8-year Termidor warranty requires annual inspection as a warranty condition. Missing an inspection can void the warranty for that period. The chemical remains in the soil but the warranty protection is suspended. Book before the anniversary date to maintain continuous coverage.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">What is the best termite protection for a new Brisbane home?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Pre-construction chemical soil treatment to the slab footprint + physical stainless steel mesh at all penetrations during construction + post-construction chemical perimeter barrier. The AS 3660.1 building code requires a termite management system for all residential construction in Zone 1. Confirm this is scheduled before your slab is poured; it cannot be fully retrofitted afterwards.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"author-bar\">\n      <div class=\"author-av\">R<\/div>\n      <div><div class=\"author-nm\">Response Pest Control<\/div><div class=\"author-cr\">Licensed pest control operators, Brisbane and Gold Coast. 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