Termites are a major problem in many places throughout Australia, they can do a tremendous amount of damage and it can happen quickly. As they live hidden from site they are hard to detect, if they are not detected they can literally destroy a building. Termite control is important to ensuring a clean environment, there are different approaches to termite control and elimination and each method requires trained professionals with the proper chemicals and equipment.
One of the easiest ways to control termites is to treat the house as it is being built; this helps considerably to prevent infestations in the future. Pre-treatment involves placing chemicals designed to kill termites in and on the soil where the house is going to be built. This type of termite control not only ensures a clean environment, it costs far less than having to deal with the termites that infest an existing structure. Prior to the starting of construction activities the soil is sprayed with long lasting chemicals, it is applied every point where there is the possibility of termites might enter the structure.
If the homeowner should notice evidence of termite infestation in his or her home the proper extermination method as well as the correct exterminators must be decided upon. One commonly used method to destroy them once they have infested a building is to bait them. If bait is the desired method of eradication it may take several visits over a period of time to ensure it works. The termites take the bait back to their nest, infecting members of the colony; this process can take a considerable amount of time but is very effective. In some cases the exterminator will use bait along with insecticides which kill on contact.
Another method used for termite control is the use of soil barriers. A soil barrier does the same thing as pre-treatment of the soil but it is done after construction rather than prior to building the house. There are several ways this can be accomplished; they all are long lasting once they have been placed. One common approach is to drill holes in the foundation and slab; pesticides are introduced into the holes which poison the soil.
If it is not possible to drill holes then the exterminators will often turn to digging a trench around the perimeter of the house, the trench is filled with soil which has been pre-treated.
Regardless of the method you and the exterminator elect to use the results will be elimination of the pest and a far cleaner environment.
Termites, if left undisturbed can actually destroy your home. To protect the investment you have in your home termite control is a necessity. You are invited to contact RIP Integrated Pest Management Services; the company offers termite control, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
