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A termite monitoring and baiting program can be integrated with a range of methods including (1) drilling susceptible trees and eradication of any termite nest located therein, and (2) in conjunction with a follow up chemical soil treatment using Termidor or Premise.
Rapid termite colony development and building infestation is connected with a readily available timber food and moisture source nearby the central nest. In addition, buildings are often constructed in a manner that allow termites to gain undetectable entry in the soil to the structural timbers of this building. Listed below are some helpful recommendations for the house owner to execute in order to reduce the possibility of termite activity inside a building. .
Moisture exclusion from inside the wall cavities, around the bottom of this building and sub-floor region (if any). Water run-off can be excluded from a sub floor area from the installation of ag-drains. Make sure there's sufficient cross flow ventilation in the area. In addition, a qualified plumber ought to be engaged to ensure there's no water leakage from plumbing pipes in the bathroom, the shower recess, kitchen, down pipes, guttering and air conditioning unit leak.
Please note: high humidity, dampness or moisture accumulating in a wall cavity is obviously high risk to encouraging large scale termite activity inside the building. .
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Elimination of any wood in contact with the soil. Timbers should be stored above ground to permit full inspection of subterranean termite activity (coming from the soil thereunder). Any landscaping using timber chip mulch and railway sleepers must definitely be eliminated, as they supply ready food supply to help in quick termite colony development. .
Ensure inspection access is unimpeded, especially in sub-floor areas (suspended floors) in order to search for evidence of termite activity. If your house is on a concrete slab on ground flooring, be certain that you can inspect the entire external slab border for evidence of termite mud-shelter tubes. Do NOT allow this region to be covered by openings, landscaping, planter pots, etcas termites often gain entry into the walls of a building through this area, particularly through external weep holes and minute (2 mm) openings in the mortar in brick-work. .
Should you find live termites or termite damaged timbers DO NOT disturb the region. DO NOT use spray can or insecticides on the termites. If sufficiently disturbed, the termites will probably move elsewhere, and may not be rediscovered until additional evident damage has been done. The termite controller can introduce Intrigue termite dust or Exterra termite bait right to the live termites present in an attempt to eliminate the entire termite colony - as discussed in detail above. .
Consumer Note: the installation of a chemical soil barrier does not negate the need for regular competent inspections - at least 3 to 6 months in which the termite risk is high.
We recommend 3 or 6 monthly inspections be carried for the first 2 years after a chemical soil treatment. Monitoring of "stand-alone" baiting systems
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BE AWARE the correct identification of destructive termite species, inspection of a building for tell-tale signs, analysis of circumstances and implementation of an effective termkite control program requires professional ability and judgement based upon professional training and extensive field-work experience in termite control in a wide variety of circumstances.
ENTFACT-604: Termite Control: Answers for Homeowners   Download PDF  by Michael F. Potter, Extension EntomologistUniversity of Kentucky College of Agriculture The University of Kentuckys Entomology Department receives many calls about termites. Subterranean (soil-dwelling) termites are next page severe pests of buildings and usually warrant attention by a professional. Termite control can be confusing, however, and homeowners often have many questions.
Nonetheless, termites and treatments sometimes vary with locale, so you may also want to consult your local cooperative extension service about special recommendations for the area.Q: Why worry about termitesA: Termites cause billions of dollars in damage each year in the U.S.. They mostly feed on timber, but also damage newspaper, books, insulation, and even swimming pool liners and filtration systems.
In nature, termites swarm to disperse and begin new colonies. Triggered by warmer temperatures and rainfall, the winged termites emerge in the colony and fly into the air. The swarmers then fall to the ground, shed their wings, match with a partner, and attempt to begin new colonies in the soil.