Oran Park is one of Sydney's newest master-planned suburbs, built on the site of the former Oran Park Raceway in the Camden area. With so many brand-new homes, parks and building sites, the pest issues here are a bit different from older suburbs, and many residents are dealing with pests in a new home for the first time.
Common pests in Oran Park
- Ants. Disturbed soil, new turf and fresh paving are perfect for ants, and trails into new kitchens are a very common complaint. See ant control.
- Mice and rats. Earthworks and nearby farmland can push rodents into new homes and garages. See rodent control.
- Spiders moving into new eaves, fences and outdoor areas. See spider control.
- Termites. New homes come with a termite management system, but it needs looking after. See termite inspections.
Protecting a new home from termites
In termite-prone areas like Sydney, new homes are built with a termite management system, and there's usually a durable notice (often in the meter box) explaining what was installed and when it should be inspected. The protection can be bypassed if garden beds, mulch, paths or paving are built up over the slab edge or weep holes, so keep these clear when landscaping. Book an annual inspection to keep any builder warranty conditions and the system itself working.
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Use the form at the top of this page. One vetted local pest professional who services Oran Park and the growth corridor will call you to discuss the job. Free and no obligation.
Nearby suburbs we also cover
- Gregory Hills
- Harrington Park
- Catherine Field
- Cobbitty
- Bringelly
- Leppington
- Narellan
Frequently asked questions
My Oran Park home is new. Do I still need a termite inspection?
Yes. New homes have a termite management system, but Australian Standard AS 3660.2 recommends inspections at least every 12 months, and landscaping can accidentally bridge the protection.
Why are there so many ants in my new home?
Building work, new turf and fresh paving disturb soil and create perfect nesting spots for ants. A professional treatment that targets the nest usually works better than surface sprays.
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