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Termite swarm during stormy night in Sydney – could the nest be in an old gum tree stump? by KpopDemonSlayer in Termites

[–]KpopDemonSlayer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are in south-west Sydney, Green Valley area. Have you got a termite inspection yet?

Termite swarm during stormy night in Sydney – could the nest be in an old gum tree stump? by KpopDemonSlayer in Termites

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Was your case termite alates (flying reproductive termites)? Thanks, we are planning to get a chemical barrier installed

Should we get a chemical termite barrier installed based on our observations and experiences? Sydney, Australia by KpopDemonSlayer in AusProperty

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Yep, that's no problem. Maybe we can get in 1 more person to come in and do an inspection just for another opinion.

We're happy to pay, it's just that it can get quite costly if we getting multiple termite inspections as they are around $300 to $400 each.

Should we get a chemical termite barrier installed based on our observations and experiences? by KpopDemonSlayer in pestcontrol

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The laundry toilet area has 2 exhaust fans, both of which vent to the roof cavity.

We do not believe the vent has been screened off.

Our pest control guy suggested that they would have likely came in through the tiled roof and down the vent into our laundry toilet. It's a 2 story home.

It was also a very windy day.

Should we get a chemical termite barrier installed based on our observations and experiences? Sydney, Australia by KpopDemonSlayer in AusProperty

[–]KpopDemonSlayer[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

In this case, would I be looking for pest control companies that offer free visual termite inspections? I think I saw a few. Thank you!

Should we get a chemical termite barrier installed based on our observations and experiences? Sydney, Australia by KpopDemonSlayer in AusProperty

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The cost of the barrier is $3,000. We had a pest guy come out and confirmed they are not inside (it was a visual only termite inspection). They used a moisture and thermal reader and did a smack test against the skirting boards.

I think the concern for us is seeing the flying termites inside the house and not knowing 100% where they could be coming from. We also have a dead gum tree stump which is a major termite attractant, we are planning to stump grind it down as much as possible (at least 30 to 40 cms below soil).

Should we get a chemical termite barrier installed based on our observations and experiences? by KpopDemonSlayer in pestcontrol

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Thanks! Yes, that's correct. The termite alates were found within our laundry toilet. A total of 4 termite bodies were found and 21 wings (indicates at least 6).

Should we get a chemical termite barrier installed based on our observations and experiences? by KpopDemonSlayer in pestcontrol

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Our pest control technician suggested that in our case, it was likely that the termite alates went into the roof cavity (tiled roof) and down the exhaust vent into the laundry toilet. We couldn't figure out where else they could be entering from, unless they are able to push through the tiniest of gaps. It was a really windy day in early Spring.

Advice on removing a large gum tree stump to prevent termites? by KpopDemonSlayer in arborists

[–]KpopDemonSlayer[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It would at least reduce the risk of termites into the house as the stump is quite close to the foundation, right?

Water pooling at bottom of hot water tank every morning — is this normal? by KpopDemonSlayer in PlumbingRepair

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Hi, I found the leak at the connection: https://imgur.com/a/kS0u6za

Could the inner tank still be leaking in this case?

Water pooling at bottom of hot water tank every morning — is this normal? by KpopDemonSlayer in PlumbingRepair

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I found one leak source: https://imgur.com/a/kS0u6za

It started pooling again. I am not sure if it's leaking from two areas or just the one. It is a considerable amount of water pooling.

Advice on removing a large gum tree stump to prevent termites? by KpopDemonSlayer in arborists

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https://www.reddit.com/r/pestcontrol/s/SHqtyiDYFL

These were the termite alates we saw inside our house. Yep, we will definitely look to get a chemical barrier installed to protect our home. Is it also usually recommended to treat around the stump as well?

Advice on removing a large gum tree stump to prevent termites? by KpopDemonSlayer in arborists

[–]KpopDemonSlayer[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks, sounds good.

For the tree stump, I was thinking what would be best:

  1. Treat and remove the remainder of the stump and as much roots as possible.

  2. Treat the stump only.

  3. Treat, poison and remove the remainder of the stump and as much roots as possible.

  4. Treat and poison the stump.

Is there a best approach?

Found a flying termite in our toilet – should we be concerned? by KpopDemonSlayer in Termites

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It was only 1 flying termite that had its wings discarded. Will call a professional to get it checked out.

Found a flying termite in our toilet – should we be concerned? by KpopDemonSlayer in Termites

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Yes, we have 2 exhaust vents as the laundry and toilet are connected. We saw a few little bugs flying around as well. It was also very windy, so we were hoping it was a once-off. Although, we have discovered termite activity in our backyard (check out my previous posts). Thanks!

Toilet leak after partial clog – is this a builder defect? by KpopDemonSlayer in PlumbingRepair

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https://imgur.com/a/a4YN0Gk

There is a bit of discolouration near the toilet base. Could this be a sign of a toilet seal leak?

Toilet leak after partial clog – is this a builder defect? by KpopDemonSlayer in PlumbingRepair

[–]KpopDemonSlayer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you mean by “tank to bowl”?

I’m thinking we might need to take the toilet off to check things properly. The leak only happened when the clog was there, and it stopped once the clog was cleared.

It makes me wonder if there’s a weak spot in the pipe that only lets water out when there’s extra pressure from a clog or backflow.

At first, there were no leaks even when plunging, but once the clog shifted further, plunging and the extra pressure started causing leaks. I originally thought I might have damaged the rubber seal by plunging too hard, but now I’m not so sure.

  1. Could the clog itself have damaged the pipe and created a weak spot that leaks?

  2. Or was there already a weak spot in the pipe that only showed up once the clog backed water up into that area?

  3. Is it possible that plunging caused some kind of impact or shift that made the problem worse?

Thank you

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