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Borer treatment Prices New Zealand
Prices include GST. New Zealand does not have termites, but native borer (Anobium punctatum) and two-toothed longhorn beetle cause significant timber damage. Treatment is common in older homes.
Borer treatment Prices by Service Type — New Zealand
Prices include GST. New Zealand does not have termites, but native borer (Anobium punctatum) and two-toothed longhorn beetle cause significant timber damage. Treatment is common in older homes.
| Service | Unit | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🔍Borer Inspection Professional borer and timber pest inspection | /job | NZ$200 | NZ$310 | NZ$450 |
| 🧪Full Timber Treatment (Borer) Full chemical treatment of borer-affected timbers | /job | NZ$1,500 | NZ$2,500 | NZ$4,000 |
| 🪵Targeted Borer Treatment Targeted treatment for localised borer infestation | /job | NZ$800 | NZ$1,500 | NZ$2,500 |
| 🎯Spot Treatment (Single Area) Treat borer in a single room or area | /job | NZ$200 | NZ$400 | NZ$650 |
| 🪚Timber Treatment & Repair Treat and repair borer-damaged timber | /job | NZ$500 | NZ$1,500 | NZ$3,200 |
| 📅Annual Timber Pest Inspection Annual borer inspection for ongoing monitoring | /year | NZ$200 | NZ$280 | NZ$380 |
| 🏠Pre-Purchase Timber Report Pre-purchase borer and timber condition report | /job | NZ$250 | NZ$380 | NZ$550 |
| 🌫️Fumigation (Severe Infestation) Full fumigation for severe borer infestation | /job | NZ$1,500 | NZ$2,500 | NZ$4,000 |
| 🚫Pest Nest Treatment Locate and treat pest nesting sites in timber | /job | NZ$300 | NZ$600 | NZ$1,000 |
| ✅Annual Timber Protection Plan Annual warranty and monitoring for treated timber | /year | NZ$300 | NZ$450 | NZ$650 |
| 🛡️Subfloor Ventilation Upgrade Improve subfloor ventilation to reduce borer-friendly conditions | /job | NZ$1,000 | NZ$1,800 | NZ$3,000 |
| 💧Structural Timber Preservation Long-term timber preservation treatment | /job | NZ$1,200 | NZ$2,100 | NZ$3,500 |
Borer treatment Prices by City
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Auckland
Auckland Region · 1.7M
From NZ$220
Wellington
Wellington Region · 215K
From NZ$210
Lower Hutt
Wellington Region · 110K
Pricing available
Christchurch
Canterbury · 390K
From NZ$200
Hamilton
Waikato · 180K
From NZ$200
Tauranga
Waikato · 155K
From NZ$200
Dunedin
Otago · 135K
Pricing available
Queenstown
Otago · 50K
Pricing available
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Borer treatment prices in New Zealand range from NZ$200 for inspections and spot treatments to NZ$4,000 for full chemical barriers, baiting systems, or fumigation. Prices include GST. New Zealand does not have termites, but native borer (Anobium punctatum) and two-toothed longhorn beetle cause significant timber damage. Treatment is common in older homes.
The most common borer treatment services in New Zealand include inspections, chemical barriers, baiting systems, spot treatments, fumigation, timber treatment and repair, and ongoing monitoring and warranty plans.
Chemical barriers provide immediate protection and are generally more cost-effective upfront. Baiting systems are less invasive and target colony elimination but require ongoing monitoring. The best choice depends on your property type, soil conditions, and environmental preferences.
Annual inspections are recommended for all properties in New Zealand. Properties in high-risk areas or with existing termite management systems may benefit from more frequent inspections. Prices include GST. New Zealand does not have termites, but native borer (Anobium punctatum) and two-toothed longhorn beetle cause significant timber damage. Treatment is common in older homes.
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