Termites in the département

93 – Seine-Saint-Denis

Termites in Seine-Saint-Denis (93): inspection, treatment, obligations

• Is Seine-Saint-Denis covered by a prefectural termite order?

  Yes. The department is covered by a prefectural order identifying certain municipalities as partially affected by termites.

  This means that specific areas are officially identified as being affected by or exposed to termite risk.

  Municipalities concerned include Bagnolet, Le Blanc-Mesnil, Bobigny, Drancy, Les Lilas, Livry-Gargan, Montreuil-sous-Bois and Saint-Ouen, among others.

• What are the legal requirements when selling a property in these areas?

  In areas covered by the prefectural order, the regulations require:

  • a statutory termite inspection when a property is sold
  • a declaration to the local town hall when termite activity is identified in a building

  These measures are intended to help limit the spread of termites in this densely urbanised department.

• What are the signs of a termite infestation in a property?

  Watch for signs such as:

  • wood that sounds hollow, becomes distorted or cracks
  • galleries inside timber or mud tubes along walls and foundations
  • discarded termite wings or other discreet signs of activity
  • distorted flooring or weakened wooden fittings

  These warning signs may indicate termite activity and should prompt a professional inspection.

• Should preventive treatment be considered if no termites are detected?

  Preventive monitoring may be appropriate, particularly for properties located in areas exposed to termite risk.

  Even when no infestation has been confirmed, the Sentri Tech preventive termite system can be installed around the building and monitored regularly to detect termite activity at an early stage.

  This approach can be particularly suitable for dense urban environments and adjoining properties.

• How does curative termite treatment work in Seine-Saint-Denis?

  When termite activity is confirmed, Sentri Tech Authorized Applicators install bait stations at strategic locations around and, where necessary, inside the building.

  The system is then monitored regularly so that termite activity can be followed and the baiting process can act progressively on the colony until activity has been eliminated.

  The duration varies according to the extent of the infestation and the progress observed during monitoring.

• What types of properties can be affected in Seine-Saint-Denis?

  Different types of properties may be exposed to termite activity, including:

  • individual houses with gardens or areas of open ground
  • older or more recent apartment buildings, particularly where timber and damp areas are present
  • co-owned residential buildings, where termite activity may affect several parts of the property

  Subterranean termites can access buildings from the soil and move through concealed parts of the structure.

• How much does termite treatment cost in Seine-Saint-Denis?

  The cost depends on several factors, including:

  • the size and configuration of the property
  • whether preventive or curative treatment is required
  • site accessibility, including adjoining properties, enclosed areas or cellars
  • the extent of any termite activity

  A Sentri Tech Authorized Applicator provides a personalised quote after assessing the property.

• Is financial assistance available for termite treatment in Seine-Saint-Denis?

  At present, there is no French government financial assistance specifically dedicated to termite treatment.

  However, some municipalities may offer support through local housing improvement or public health programmes. It is advisable to contact your local town hall or ADIL 93 to find out whether any local assistance is available.

• Why choose Sentri Tech Authorized Applicators in Seine-Saint-Denis?

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

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

  This approach can be adapted to the dense urban environment and varied building configurations found throughout Seine-Saint-Denis.