Pest Control in Action: How to install termite protection during construction
The secret to managing termites is to be proactive. For this reason, protecting the structure before it is created requires the installation of a top notch termite barrier system from the ground up in new building projects.
In this episode, we follow Allstate’s senior technician Darren Simes as he oversees the installation of the Kordon Termite Barrier at a residential construction site in Adelaide.
The Kordon installation process
1. Preparation
Before any concrete is poured, Darren and his team map out the area where the Kordon barrier will be installed. They take precise measurements to guarantee that the barrier forms an impenetrable barrier across the entire building footprint.
2. Barrier installation
Next, the flexible Kordon sheeting is unrolled and fixed at regular intervals using specialised termite-resistant nails pushed through the built-in pressure plates. Corners and joints are carefully inspected to prevent any potential openings for termites to enter.
3. Protecting joints
Throughout the installation, Darren demonstrates proper techniques for safely setting Kordon sheets at cold joints, concrete slabs, and locations where pipes or conduits would eventually penetrate the slab. These are essential details to get right.
4. Final inspection
Once the entire barrier is in place, Darren methodically inspects every inch, checking that the sheets are properly securely fastened and that there are no gaps in the protective barrier. He also takes photographs of the completed installation.
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orThe result
With the Kordon system now integrated into the foundation, this property has a highly effective first line of protection to prevent a potential termite infestation.
Allstate Pest Control’s dedicated Pre-construction team provides builders with priority access to have effective termite protection products such as Kordon during the construction process. This proactive strategy protects both the build quality and the builder’s reputation.
Established in 1986, Allstate has grown to become one of the best known and loved pest control providers for Adelaide families and businesses. Our knowledgeable and friendly technicians are available 24/7 to all suburbs of Adelaide. Fully equipped to treat pest outbreaks in residential, commercial and industrial settings, our modern and innovative treatments will ensure that your property is safeguarded from pests for years to come.
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