Termites in the département

65 – Hautes-Pyrénées

Termites in the Hautes-Pyrénées (65): inspection, treatment, and obligations

• Why are Hautes-Pyrénées particularly affected by termites?

  The whole department is covered by a prefectural termite order, meaning that all municipalities are considered exposed to termite risk. This classification reflects favourable conditions for termite activity and the spread already observed across the department.

  Whether you live in Tarbes, Lourdes, Bagnères-de-Bigorre or Lannemezan, continued vigilance is advisable.

• What signs should you look out for to detect a termite infestation?

  Certain warning signs should raise concern:

  • galleries beneath the surface of wooden elements or wood that crumbles easily
  • mud tubes along walls or foundations
  • wood that sounds hollow when tapped
  • discarded termite wings indoors or near openings
  • unusual cracks or distortion around skirting boards and door frames

  If you notice one or more of these signs, a professional termite inspection is advisable.

• Is a termite inspection mandatory in Hautes-Pyrénées?

  Yes. As the whole department is covered by termite zoning, a statutory termite inspection is required when selling a property in Hautes-Pyrénées.

  The inspection must be carried out by a certified property inspector and must be less than six months old.

• What is the difference between preventive and curative termite treatment?

  • Preventive termite treatment uses monitoring stations installed around the property to detect termite activity at an early stage, before an infestation develops unnoticed.
  • Curative termite treatment is implemented when termite activity has already been confirmed. Sentri Tech bait stations are installed around and, where necessary, inside the building to act progressively on the colony.

• How does a Sentri Tech termite treatment work?

  1. Initial assessment: the property is inspected and areas requiring particular attention are identified.
  2. Installation of the system: depending on whether preventive or curative treatment is required, stations are installed around and/or inside the building.
  3. Regular monitoring: the stations are checked at scheduled intervals and the system is adapted according to the termite activity observed.
  4. Follow-up assessment: the results are reviewed and recommendations are provided for continued monitoring where necessary.

• How much does termite treatment cost in Hautes-Pyrénées?

  The cost really depends on several factors, including the size and configuration of the property, the extent of termite activity and whether preventive or curative treatment is required.

  Sentri Tech Authorized Applicators provide a personalised quote after assessing the property and the situation.

• Can I install termite bait stations myself?

  No. The Sentri Tech system must be installed and monitored by Sentri Tech Authorized Applicators.

  Its effectiveness depends on appropriate positioning of the stations, regular monitoring and correct interpretation of termite activity.

• Are termites active throughout the year in Hautes-Pyrénées?

  Termite activity can continue throughout the year because colonies live mainly underground and within wooden structures, where conditions remain relatively stable.

  Local climatic conditions in Hautes-Pyrénées can favour termite activity, so continued monitoring remains important throughout the year.

• Which municipalities in Hautes-Pyrénées are affected?

  All municipalities in Hautes-Pyrénées are covered by the prefectural termite order.

  This includes Tarbes, Lourdes, Bagnères-de-Bigorre, Vic-en-Bigorre, Argelès-Gazost, Séméac, Aureilhan, Maubourguet, Lannemezan, Juillan, Ossun, Odos, Ibos, Soues and Barbazan-Debat, among others.

• Why choose Sentri Tech Authorized Applicators in Hautes-Pyrénées?

  Sentri Tech Authorized Applicators are specifically trained in the Sentri Tech baiting method and termite management.

  They assess the property, adapt the system to the situation identified and provide regular monitoring throughout the treatment process.