Is termite damage covered by insurance?

Independent surveys show 130,000 homes will be attacked by termites each year. Unfortunately the average cost of damage is $10,000.

Check your home and contents insurance policy and you find damage by vermin (termites are classed are vermin) excluded. Insurance companies don’t cover termite damage as the risk and cost is so high.

Your builder is required to provide an approved form of termite protection as part of the building contract. The objective of an effective termite barrier is to deter concealed termite access from the ground. Check your contract and ask your builder what form of termite protection is included.

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Do I have a choice in the type of protection provided?

Like all products in your home you can select the type of termite protection. A lot of builders do not discuss termite protection but it’s your home and you only get one chance to choose an advanced termite barrier that offers ongoing protection.

Ask your builder what type of termite control is included in your contract. If it isn’t Termimesh tell them you want it included instead of the existing method. Ensure your builder gets a quote from us and includes the price in your contract. Your builder should also give you a rebate on the standard method that is not being used.

Alternatively, contact your Local Centre direct and they can deal direct with your builder on your behalf.

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Why Termimesh protection?

The future integrity of your home can depend on the level of termite protection you select prior to construction and the Termimesh System provides a no-compromise solution that is protecting over 700,000 Australian homes right now.

The Termimesh System is highly effective, technically advanced and poison free. To have the Termimesh System installed in your new home or added to your renovation, contact your Local Centre.

Note: The Termimesh System is a termite management system as defined in Australian Standard 3660.1 2014 Section 5. The purpose of a termite management system in new construction is

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						I found Damien to be excellent. Over and above other Townsville pest treatment services I have used in the past. Termitrust was very professional to deal with.					
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						Damien was very professional but the whole team is outstanding! came on time got the job done and within a few hours I noticed all pests were dying.. very good price and I would highly recommend.					
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						Have been using Termitrust for over 10 years. Total professionals everytime. Thorough inspections and reports and I couldn't have better peace of mind.					
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						Termitrust is Amazing! James & Kirrily are so professional nothing is ever a problem. I can trust Kirrily 💯 to do the pest spraying at my property when I am not there. I would recommend Termitrust for all your pest control services.					
Katrina TaylorTermitrust Dubbo
						Long standing relationship with this company. Technicians are professional, competent and friendly. I have been given no reason to seek an alternate business for 19 years.					
Jeanette E GatgensTermi Home & Commercial Central Coast
						Very happy with our inspection. Damien was great, punctual and polite. Highly recommend! We hope Damien can come and do our inspection next year.					
Michelle De AguiarTermi Home & Commercial Perth
						Wayne and his crew are a pleasure to deal with. Prompt, reliable service. Our tropical climate helps pests flourish. Termitrust keeps me safe					
Richard DinnenTermitrust Cairns
						Was very helpful over the phone and offered advice and to look at photos of the damage without charge					
Bo FTermi Home & Commercial Central Coast

						I’ve been using Wayne for long time. He’s a friendly person, he is very knowledgeable and punctual. I would recommend him to everyone. Best pest control in Cairns!!!					
N SudoTermitrust Cairns
						Incredibly professional service, highly recommend.



Thanks so much for your calm and thoughtful approach, Wayne - and for coming out to us so promptly on a public holiday, too!					
Ann KayTermi Home & Commercial Cairns
						Great price and thorough service. Thanks to Warren the tech for everything.					
Choux BaccaTermitrust Brisbane
						Have used Termitrust for years. These guys are professional, prompt and make booking easy. Thanks again to Wayne and the team!					
Tabatha MTermitrust Cairns
						We have used TermiTrust for many years. The service has always been exceptional, the technicians well presented and thorough, and always arrive when they say or if help up on prior job always contact us to let us know.					
Barbara BosherTermitrust Adelaide
						Great experience from initial phone call to completion. Friendly staff, on time, attention to detail.					
Danielle WalchTermi Home & Commercial Townsville

						Jesse was excellent, on time, friendly and thorough. I would highly recommend Termitrust Townsville for your termite inspections pest spray.					
Nabila RoseTermitrust Townsville
						Fantastic service and very thorough. We had been noticing baby cockroaches and ants around the house. Stacey quickly identified the source and also ensured those areas were treated.



Also, pet friendly too!!					
Darren BainesTermitrust Cairns
						We had a termite inspection and were very happy with the overall experience. They were on time and very courteous. Because we had a baby in the house, he made sure we knew when he would be making a lot of noise. I would definitely recommend them.					
Wendy TimminsTermi Home & Commercial Central Coast
						Great experience from start to finish.

Service was great. Friendly and professional staff. Exceeds expectations.					
Dimitri DimopoulosTermi Home & Commercial Townsville
						Stewart and Phil were exceptional! Great explanation on the inspection and proactively shared a potential issue to rectify.					
Min WestTermitrust Perth
						Great service with a smile, very knowledgeable and a very thorough job completed, customized to our requirements.					
Jason & Sarah SharpeTermi Home & Commercial Dubbo

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