Termites and Other Pest Problems in Kyeemagh are a given but we can help. We are an expert Sydney termite pest control service. Kyeemagh is an Aboriginal name that translates to ‘lovely dawn.’ Prior to European arrival, it was part of the Cadigal people’s territories. The suburb’s name was derived from the name of the Polo Ground, which was created in the region in 1929. (Sydney Morning Herald 4 July 1929 p15). A new bridge across the Cook’s River was built to offer easier access to the ground from the north (Sydney Morning Herald 28 June 1930 p20). The new polo field was also utilised for cricket. North Brighton was the name of the neighbourhood in the 1920s. The Commonwealth Electoral Rolls of that time period featured a map of the region showing the existing streets.. So, what are termites then…

Termites are an insect that have descended from a cockroach-like ancestor. Termites that are commonly referred to as “White Ants” in Australia, but they are not ants.

There are 350 difference species of termites within Australia and a small number of species cause over 100 million dollars of property damage each year.

3 Facts about Termites

1.  Ecologically speaking termites are a beneficial insects, however they are a serious issue for home and property owners.
2. The worker and soldier termites are almost always blind.
3. Termite soldiers will tap warning signals to the colony when they detect a threat.