Termite inspection
Every service starts with a full inspection using radar detection, thermal imaging and moisture meters to assess your home for concealed activity and risk conditions. You receive a detailed written report of the findings.
Termite bait stations · NSW
Grove Termite Bait Station Barriers
Termite inspection, station monitoring, colony control. Bait stations don’t treat the soil. They intercept termites and carry the bait back to the colony, controlling it at the source. That only works when the stations are properly installed and actively maintained.
Colonycontrolled at the source
4–12 wksactive monitoring cycle
All brandsTrelona, Sentricon, Exterra & more
What’s involved
Monitoring backed by a real inspection
A bait station service is more than a quick look. It’s a full inspection of your home, a station-by-station check and recharge, and a clear record of both.
Station inspection & replenishment
We open and inspect every station around the perimeter, checking for activity, bait consumption, bait condition and physical integrity. Active stations get fresh bait; damaged stations are flagged for replacement. Condition can’t be judged from the surface, so regular monitoring is essential.
Monitoring schedule
Stations with confirmed activity are checked every 4 to 6 weeks; stations in monitoring mode every 8 to 12 weeks. Once a colony is brought under control and no new activity appears, servicing can move to a 6-monthly cycle.
Reporting & documentation
After each visit you get a station-by-station record of condition, any activity detected, bait replenished and our recommendations, a clear service history that’s useful at sale time.
Baiting vs chemical barriers
Two ways to protect a home
Both approaches keep termites away from your home, but they work differently. Knowing the difference makes the right choice for your place clearer.
Bait stations target the colony
Stations intercept foraging termites and carry a slow-acting bait back to the colony, progressively controlling it at the source rather than only defending the perimeter.
Chemical barriers treat the soil
Reticulation and trenched barriers create a continuous treated zone in the soil around the slab. Termites are controlled on contact, but the colony itself is unaffected.
Baiting needs more frequent early visits
Chemical barriers are typically serviced every 1 to 3 years. Bait stations need checking every 4 to 12 weeks while active, and the regular monitoring is what makes them work.
Both still need an annual inspection
The system manages the termites; the annual inspection checks the home itself. Australian Standards recommend a yearly inspection for every home, whichever barrier is in place.
Is it right for you?
A bait station service makes sense if…
Your stations haven’t been checked recently
If you’ve moved into a home with existing stations, or a monitoring contract has lapsed, we can assess the system’s condition and bring it back into active service.
You’re not sure the stations are still active
Bait degrades, stations fill with soil or roots, and timbers can be consumed with no sign above ground. We open and check every station and confirm whether the system is still doing its job.
You want monitoring on a set schedule
Stations only protect your home when they’re actively maintained. Regular professional monitoring takes the tracking of when visits are due off your plate.
Your home is on a concrete slab
Slab-on-ground homes benefit from protection beneath the build. Our full-plan inspection and treatment approach is tailored to slab construction.
Pricing & getting started
From $300 to $1,000 a year for most Sydney homes
Ongoing monitoring and replenishment for most standard Sydney homes falls between $300 and $1,000 a year, depending on the number of stations, the system type and how often it needs checking. Tell us about your home and we’ll send a written quote within one business day.
Prefer to talk? Call 0401 621 790 or email help@grovepest.com.au.
Prefer everything in one plan?
Bait station monitoring with general pest treatment
If you’d rather bundle your station monitoring with annual inspections and everyday pest cover, our protection plans roll it all into one.
Protection Plan
PerimeterCare
Year-round general pest control for your home: ants, spiders, cockroaches and rodents, treated inside and out.
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PerimeterCare Plus
General pest control plus an annual termite inspection: everyday cover, with early warning for termites.
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PerimeterCare Complete
General pest, an annual inspection and an active termite barrier with a rolling warranty, for complete protection in one plan.
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Bait station servicing, answered
How do termite bait stations work?
In-ground stations are installed at roughly 3-metre intervals around your home’s perimeter. Each holds a bait the termites feed on and carry back to the colony, where the active ingredient spreads through feeding and grooming and progressively controls the colony at its source.
How often do bait stations need to be checked?
Stations with confirmed activity should be checked every 4 to 6 weeks; stations in monitoring mode are typically inspected every 8 to 12 weeks. We set the schedule to the system type and current conditions.
How do I know if my bait stations are still working?
You can’t tell from the surface. Bait degrades over time, stations can fill with soil or roots, and monitoring timbers can be consumed without any visible sign. That’s why we open and inspect every station at each visit rather than assessing them from above ground.
What brands of bait station does Grove service?
We service all the major brands, including Trelona, Sentricon, Exterra and Nemesis. For lesser-known brands, or if you’re not sure what you have, we identify it on site and confirm it’s serviceable before proceeding.
Should I choose bait stations or a chemical barrier?
Both protect your home well when they’re properly maintained. Bait stations target the colony and need more frequent monitoring; chemical barriers treat the soil around the slab and are serviced every 1 to 3 years. The right choice depends on your construction, any existing system and the site, and we’ll recommend the best approach after inspecting.
Do I still need an annual termite inspection with bait stations?
Yes. Australian Standards recommend an annual inspection for every home, including those with active stations. The stations manage termite activity around the perimeter; the inspection checks the home itself for signs of activity and any change that could compromise your protection. The two work together.
What happens if a station is damaged or missing?
We check every station for physical integrity at each visit. Damaged, displaced or missing stations are flagged and quoted for replacement, because a gap in your station network is a gap in your protection.
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