Things to Know Prior to Conducting a Termite Treatment

As simple and easy as it may seem to pick a termite treatment, reality says otherwise. So, here are a few things you should know and keep in mind before you conduct a termite treatment.

4 Pre-Termite Treatment Requirements to Meet

• Noting down your Findings of the Termite Infestation:

  First and foremost, you should make a note of your findings regarding the termite infestation such as the location you discovered the infestation, how severely damaged it was, other signs of an infestation, any other areas that you suspect could be infested by termites, etc.

  By noting these findings well in advance and handing it over to the experts when they visit your home for an inspection, you will be able to save a lot of time, reduce damage and help the experts come up with a better bait solution for your termite infestation problem.

• Cleaning and Clearing out your Space:

  By cleaning and clearing your property of dirt, dust, food remnants, cobwebs and furniture that would be obstructing the movements of the experts in your home, you would make it much easier for them to conduct a termite inspection and provide your home with the right solution and bait.

• Securing/Removal of Edibles:

  It is essential for you to remove any food items that could attract termites to infest and damage more areas of your home. You should also secure any food item securely by storing them in airtight containers.

• Relocating your Pets for the time being:

  Even if you do not opt for a chemical solution and go for a pet-friendly termite treatment, it could still inconvenience the technicians while they are trying to set up the systems in place and conduct your termite removal. Therefore, it is best that you relocate your pets temporarily.

How Efficient are Pest Control Services in Home Infestation Treatment?

Treatments and baiting systems are only efficient in providing better and long standing protection of your home against termites if they are conducted, constructed and installed properly.

Therefore, it is essential that you pick the right pest control company, technician and service. A few effective ways to control an infestation are:

• Termite Foams:

  If the termites have invaded the wall cavity of your property, then termite foams are an effective option for your property for an infestation. Although termite foams take time to show its effectiveness, they are useful in treating several areas of your home.

• Dust:

  One of the most famous and commonly used solutions for eliminating an infestation both indoors and outdoors is by using termite dust. Although it is time-consuming too, it is extremely effective in protecting your important valuables. But you should keep in mind that if the infestation is extreme or if you live in an area with high humidity levels, this could be less effective.

• Baits:

  Baits are one of the best and most effective ways to control a home infestation. It not only helps you eliminate the termites you see but also the nest that is hidden away from your sight.

• Liquid Barriers:

  It is an effective barrier that protects your property from underneath, preventing termites from making their way into your property. However, it is best effective if there is no other obstruction due to other construction.

Few Problems When Conducting Liquid Treatments

The success rate of the liquid treatment is affected by various factors such as:

• Construction Slabs:

  While they are an excellent choice for supporting the construction and for liquid treatments, it could be a challenge if your home is built on sloped blocks, split levels and piers.

• Construction with Flaws:

  Having flaws in the construction such as gaps between the slab could also be a factor that affects the success of a liquid treatment. Such flaws are often found in older homes and to fix these gaps is a costly affair. Therefore, using baiting solutions is the best option to prevent structural damage to your property.

• Soil and Other Problems:

  If the soil on which your property is built on has quite a lot of gravel composites or is clay soil, then a liquid treatment wouldn’t be the best option for you. Instead you should opt for baiting systems to protect your home from an infestation.

In conclusion, it is vital that you choose a baiting solution based on if it suits your property needs and your home conditions to ensure a higher success rate. Since it is challenging to pick the right service based on the intensity of the infestation and home conditions, most homeowners let the experts do the work and that would be the best solution as they are experts in the field and would be able to consult and provide you with the right service.