Termite Control: Protecting Your Property from Costly Damage

Termites are known as “silent destroyers” they can eat away at your property without you even knowing. In Malaysia’s humid climate, termite infestations are very common and can affect homes, offices, restaurants, and even new buildings under construction.

In this blog, we’ll cover:

• What termites are and how they behave

• Signs of a termite infestation

• The damage termites can cause

• Treatment options (corrective, baiting, pre/post-construction)

• Prevention and long-term protection
  
   

What Are Termites?

Termites are wood destroying insects that feed on cellulose, found in wood, paper, cardboard, and even drywall. They live in colonies and work silently, often undetected until serious damage is done.

Malaysia is home to several types of termites, but the most common are:

• Subterranean termites – Live underground, enter buildings through the soil

• Drywood termites – Nest inside wooden furniture or beams

• Dampwood termites – Found in decaying, moist wood
  
   

Common Signs of a Termite Infestation

If you spot any of these signs, it’s time to call a professional immediately.


 

 How Termites Cause Damage

Termites don’t sleep — they eat 24/7. In a short time, they can cause serious structural damage to:

• Wooden door and window frames

• Skirting, floorboards, ceiling panels

• Cabinet interiors and furniture

• Office partitions and built-ins

• Stored documents or cardboard boxes

• Wooden pallets in warehouses

The worst part? Most property insurance doesn’t cover termite damage, so prevention is key.

 

Termite Treatment Options

At PestSol Sdn Bhd, we offer several treatment methods depending on the type and severity of infestation:

1. Corrective Soil Treatment

For active infestations (usually in landed properties)

• Drill & inject termiticide into soil around the building

• Creates a chemical barrier termites can’t cross

• Common for homes and ground-level shop lots

2. Baiting System

For long-term colony elimination

• Termites are lured to bait stations

• They carry the toxic bait back to the nest

• Slowly kills the entire colony, including the queen

• Suitable for offices, condominiums, and warehouses

3.  Pre-Construction Soil Treatment

Applied during early stages of building

• Soil is treated with termiticide before foundation is poured

• Prevents termites from attacking once building is complete

• Essential for developers and renovation contractors

4.  Post-Construction Barrier Treatment

For existing buildings without current infestation

• Preventive method

• Creates a barrier around the perimeter to keep termites out

• Recommended after renovations or repairs
  
   

Tips to Prevent Termite Problems

Whether you’ve had termites before or not, prevention is the best approach:

• Fix leaking pipes and moisture problems

• Avoid wood-to-soil contact around your property

• Keep wooden furniture dry and away from damp walls

• Don’t store cardboard boxes on the floor long-term

• Schedule annual termite inspections
  
   

Who Should Be Concerned?

• Homeowners – Especially landed property with garden soil

• Restaurants & cafés – Wooden interiors or old shoplots

• Hostels & accommodations – Shared wooden beds, cabinets

• Offices & retail – Drywall, partitions, paper storage

• Warehouses – Wooden pallets and packaging materials

• Contractors/Developers – Must ensure new buildings are treated
  
  
   

  Termite Baiting Service Across Klang Valley

  At PestSol, we provide professional termite baiting and monitoring services throughout the entire Klang Valley. Whether you are in the heart of Kuala Lumpur or the surrounding Selangor districts, our team is ready to protect your home or business from termite infestations.

  We cover all major areas in Kuala Lumpur, including KLCC, Bukit Bintang, Bangsar, Mont Kiara, Hartamas, Cheras, Bukit Jalil, Sri Petaling, Setapak, Wangsa Maju, Kepong, Segambut, Brickfields and more.

  In Selangor, our termite baiting service extends to every major township. For Petaling Jaya, we serve Damansara, SS2, Kota Damansara, Bandar Utama, Ara Damansara, Kelana Jaya and Tropicana. If you are in Subang Jaya, we cover USJ, Sunway, SS12–SS19 and Putra Heights. For Shah Alam, our team handles Setia Alam, Bukit Jelutong, Alam Impian, Glenmarie, Kota Kemuning and all other sections.

  Residents in Ampang, Kajang, Semenyih, Balakong, Bandar Baru Bangi, and Cheras (Selangor side) can also rely on our termite baiting treatment. We also service Selayang, Batu Caves, Rawang, Sungai Buloh, as well as Puchong (Bandar Puteri, Kinrara, Bukit Puchong) and Seri Kembangan.

  For the southern areas of Klang Valley, we cover Cyberjaya, Putrajaya, Dengkil, Salak Tinggi, and nearby townships. Our services are also available in Klang (Bukit Tinggi, Bandar Botanic, Meru, Kapar, Port Klang) 

  No matter where you are in Klang Valley, PestSol is ready to provide reliable termite control solutions to protect your property.