Termite Treatment in Malaysia | Licensed Control for Homes & Businesses

Termite treatment costs in Malaysia vary depending on the size of your property, the type of termite, and the treatment method required. A baiting system for a terrace house typically ranges from RM800–RM2,500, while pre-construction soil treatment is priced based on the floor area. Pestmaster provides a free on-site inspection and a transparent, no-obligation quotation. Contact us at +6017-322 9928 or fill in the form below to request a customised quote for your property in Selangor or Klang Valley.

The best method depends on your situation. For new construction or renovation, pre-construction soil treatment is the most cost-effective as it creates a chemical barrier before the slab is poured. For existing homes with an active infestation, a termite baiting system is recommended — it is non-invasive, odourless, and eliminates the entire colony including the queen over 4–8 weeks. For completed homes where the infestation is severe, slab injection (corrective treatment) combined with baiting delivers the most thorough outcome. Pestmaster’s technicians assess your property and recommend the most suitable method.

Common signs of termite infestation in Malaysian homes include: mud tubes running along walls, floor skirting boards, or pipes; hollow-sounding timber when tapped; blistered or bubbling paintwork on walls; discarded wings near windows or light sources (especially after rain); and visible damage to door frames, timber flooring, or wooden furniture. If you notice any of these signs, contact Pestmaster for a professional termite inspection — early detection significantly reduces treatment costs.

The duration varies by treatment method. Pre-construction soil treatment lasts up to 5 years. Slab injection (post-construction corrective treatment) also lasts up to 5 years depending on the chemical used and soil conditions. Timber protection using Timbor lasts 10–20 years. Termite baiting systems are ongoing — stations are inspected every 3 months and bait renewed as required. All Pestmaster treatments come with a written warranty; retreatment is provided at no cost if termites return during the warranty period.

Yes — when carried out by licensed professionals using government-approved termiticides. Pestmaster uses low-toxicity, targeted chemicals applied specifically to soil, timber, or sub-slab areas where termites are active. For baiting systems, the bait is contained within sealed stations inaccessible to pets and children. Our technicians will provide a safety briefing before treatment and advise on a re-entry time for treated areas. All treatments comply with Malaysia’s Pesticides Act 1974.

Termites can return after treatment if the chemical barrier degrades over time, if new termite colonies from adjacent soil establish entry points, or if treatment was not comprehensive. This is why Pestmaster provides a written warranty and scheduled follow-up inspections. During the warranty period, if subterranean termites return, we retreat at no cost. For long-term protection, we recommend combining soil treatment with an ongoing baiting monitoring programme — particularly for properties in high-risk areas near parks, gardens, or dense vegetation.

Soil treatment involves applying a liquid termiticide to the soil to create a chemical barrier that repels or kills termites that contact it — most effective as a preventive measure during construction or renovation. Termite baiting involves installing bait stations in the soil around the property perimeter; worker termites feed on the bait and carry it back to the colony, eliminating the queen and colony over time. Baiting is slower but eliminates the entire colony rather than just blocking entry. For active infestations in existing homes, baiting is generally the preferred method; for new construction, soil treatment provides the most cost-effective long-term protection.

Yes — renovation is actually the ideal time to carry out termite treatment. The vibrations from renovation work can attract active termite colonies from surrounding soil, and disrupted wall cavities and exposed timbers create new entry points. Pre-renovation soil treatment creates a protective barrier before structural work begins. If termites are already present and go untreated during renovation, newly installed timber and structures will be at immediate risk. Pestmaster’s Termite Prevention + package is specifically designed for renovation projects, backed by a 3+2 year warranty.