Termites in the département

2A – Corse-du-Sud – 20

Termites in Corsica-du-Sud (2A): diagnosis, treatment, obligations

• Why is the whole of Corse-du-Sud affected by termites?

  A prefectural order classifies the entire department of Corse-du-Sud as termite-infested. This means that all municipalities are officially recognised as being exposed to termite risk. Property owners throughout the department should therefore remain particularly vigilant.

• Which municipalities are affected by termite risk in Corse-du-Sud?

  All municipalities in the department are concerned, including:

  Ajaccio, Afa, Alata, Cargèse, Bonifacio, Porto-Vecchio, Figari, Sartène, Propriano, Lecci, Pianottoli-Caldarello and Santa-Maria-Figaniella, as well as all other municipalities in Corse-du-Sud.

• Is a termite inspection mandatory in Corse-du-Sud?

  Yes. Since the entire department is covered by termite zoning, a statutory termite inspection is required when selling a property in Corse-du-Sud.

  The inspection must be carried out by a certified property inspector and must be less than six months old when included in the property diagnostic file for the sale.

• What signs may indicate a termite infestation?

  Several signs should raise concern:

  • wood that sounds hollow
  • galleries hidden beneath the surface of wooden elements
  • mud tubes along walls or other structural elements
  • discarded insect wings
  • distorted skirting boards, door frames or other wooden elements

  If you are unsure, a professional termite inspection can confirm whether termites are present.

• What does preventive termite treatment involve in Corse-du-Sud?

  Preventive treatment uses monitoring stations installed around the building. These stations are regularly inspected to detect termite activity and allow appropriate action to be taken if termites are identified.

  In a department where the whole territory is exposed to termite risk, preventive monitoring may be particularly relevant.

• What treatment is used when a termite infestation is confirmed?

  When termite activity is confirmed, curative termite treatment is implemented. Sentri Tech bait stations may be installed at strategic locations around and, where necessary, inside the building to act progressively on the colony.

  The system is adapted to the configuration of the property and monitored by a Sentri Tech Authorized Applicator throughout the treatment process.

• Can Sentri Tech Authorized Applicators operate throughout Corse-du-Sud?

  Yes. Sentri Tech Authorized Applicators may operate throughout the department, including in Ajaccio, Porto-Vecchio, Bonifacio, Sartène, Propriano, Cargèse, Alata, Figari and Lecci, as well as other municipalities across Corse-du-Sud.

• How much does termite treatment cost in Corse-du-Sud?

  The cost depends on several factors, including:

  • the size and configuration of the property
  • the characteristics and accessibility of the site
  • the extent of termite activity
  • whether preventive or curative treatment is required

  A personalised quote is provided after the property and the situation have been assessed.

• Can preventive treatment completely eliminate the risk of infestation?

  Preventive treatment helps detect termite activity at an early stage and can significantly reduce the risk of an infestation developing unnoticed. However, no system can guarantee the complete absence of termites.

  Its effectiveness depends on regular monitoring by trained Sentri Tech Authorized Applicators.