Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Choosing the Proper Termite Treatment Method

By Harv Quinn


The idea that you do not need termite treatment is certainly a false assumption. The susceptibility of homes to termite attack greatly varies individually. But this is not an assurance that your abode is forever free from termite attacks. If wood is widely used structurally in your home and moisture is ever present, then there are great chances of termite infestation in your beloved home.

Termites could still be a potential problem even after pre treatment. Some homeowners may choose to use pre treated wood and may even treat surrounding soil while their homes are still under construction. It is a fact though that these precautionary measures can only keep termites away for a limited period of time. After about five years or so, pre treated materials can lose their ability to ward off would be insect invaders. When this happens, you would want to be prepared.

There are a few good reasons why you should be on your toes. Termites can wreak damage that can extend to the structural support of your home. Structural damage could prove fatal and may destroy your chances of ever selling your house. Even if you do not want to sell though, your house holds some sentimental value to you and you dont want it to end up as mere insect fodder.

Periodic inspection of your property is a general must. You can even execute termite inspection yourself. But then again, most people would suggest that you employ the services of a professional termite exterminator to do the assessment of the property and the actual treatment itself. A professional exterminator is the best person to rely with concerning identification and eradication of termites. They certainly know what to look for and assure if you really have a termite infestation.

The next step after an inspection is planning. Once a termite infestation is confirmed, you and your termite exterminator can get right down to finding the right approach. An expert pest controller would typically have recommendations of his own. You can however ask about other possible solutions in case you are not comfortable with his chosen approach.

Basically, there are two major techniques that you can carry out. First is by making use of chemicals. Tenting and trenching are among its different means. This two involves spraying chemicals within your area. The thought of spraying chemicals is not a great option for some people due to the danger it poses to the people, environment and even animals or pets.

Another means though utilizes fewer chemicals. The gravity of the infestation is a determining factor for exterminators to decide whether to use chemicals or not. Other methods, which include baiting, building of barriers and mechanically barring potential access can be done as well. The downside of these methods though is that they have the tendency to be time consuming and are successful all the time.

Termite treatment is essential and everyone must understand what it is all about. Everybody's abode is greatly at stake for a termite infestation. Should this happen, it will certainly help a great deal that you have an understanding regarding the nature of termites and termite treatment.




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