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# What Kills Termites Immediately?

Many substances can kill individual exposed termites, but that is not the useful objective. Spraying or crushing the termites you can see may disturb the workings, scatter activity and remove evidence needed for assessme
For property-specific help, see [termite treatment in Rockhampton](/termite-treatment-rockhampton/).

## Do this instead

1. Stop opening or cleaning the affected area.
2. Keep a clear photo and note the exact location.
3. Gather previous termite reports and treatment records.
4. Mention leaks, renovations, drainage or landscaping changes.
5. Arrange inspection and ask for a written treatment options.

The treatment decision should consider confirmed activity, access, construction, entry risks and the extent that can be assessed. A visible kill does not show what remains concealed.

Do not begin timber repair before asking how the activity should be assessed. Treatment and repair are separate scopes.

## Related reading

Read [what to do if you find live termites](/resources/what-to-do-if-you-find-live-termites-in-your-house/) and [what a termite’s “worst enemy” really means](/resources/what-is-a-termites-worst-enemy/).
## Related Service

- [Termite Treatment Rockhampton](https://www.insighttermiteandpest.au/termite-treatment-rockhampton/)
Inspection-first treatment advice for live termites, mud tubes, damaged timber and termite-risk conditions.
## Frequently Asked Questions

### Should I pour boiling water or household chemicals on termites?

No. Do not improvise a treatment or disturb the activity. Household application can create risk and make assessment harder.

### What if I already killed the visible termites?

Record what you used, stop further disturbance and arrange an inspection. The concealed property issue still needs assessment.

## Public Business Facts

- Business: Insight Termite & Pest Solutions
- Owner: Brendan Bartley, Owner & Technician
- Phone: 0490 304 848
- Email: admin@insighttermiteandpest.au
- Address: 119 Capricorn St, Gracemere QLD 4702
- Service area: Rockhampton and surrounding Central Queensland communities
- ABN: 43 024 711 471

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