Tips and Measures To Prevent Termite Infestations

by Brian Braker

  Every year termites cause more than $30 billion worth of damage in the United States It's important to identify and deal with termite problems quickly. Termites can do significant damage to any wooden structure. Termites are among the most destructive bugs on earth and need to be addressed immediately. Termite colonies can grow quickly and these termites can consume up to a pound of wood a day. Knowing how to get rid of termites is not an easy task and you should consult with a Pest Control Professional. We are going to discuss some tips to help you prevent a Termite Infestation.

  There are three main groups of termites attack in the US and the termites that cause the most damage are the Dry woods. There are basically three main types of termites: Subterranean, Formosan and Dry wood. The Subterranean Termite is the main threat in the Long Island,NY area. The Dry wood termite does the most damage and spreads in the Northern part of the USA. Statistics show that 95% of damage to the houses in the Northern United States is due to the frequent attacks by Dry wood termites.

  We to understand the behavior of termites so we can use these tips to help prevent termites. Termites live in colonies that can total from several hundred to several million creatures, and devour items like wood, plant debris, insulation and paper.

Here are some great preventive measures to choose from to help keep those termites away:

1.Synthetic Wood or Natural Timber Resistant To Termites

  There is a cost consideration when using this option. It is an effective way in not inviting unwanted termites inside in your home. Another option is use timber that's naturally resistant to termites; these are some good types of wood to use:turpentine tree, tea tree or white cypress. Termites naturally feed only on genuine organic wood, if you build your house's infrastructure with synthetic wood or naturally resistant wood, termites will be less interested in your home. It is safe to say “ That you should all so consider what type of furniture you want to have in your home.”

2. Regular Exterminator Checkups and Monitoring

  A good strategy to have is effective mean prevention is through detection. If you do have wood in your home pay attention and inspect the premises. Regular routine checkups for early signs of infestation is a good policy to follow. It is important to immediately address the problem if you have an infestation inside the house. Periodically monitor your home's roof vents, siding, foundations and windows. Be detailed in your Inspection and look for small cracks the width of a dime that can be inviting to termites that want to make your house their home.

3. Use Borate Treatment

  Treat at-risk wood-timber with the appropriate chemicals. A good solutions is to treat the wood parts of the home with borate solution upon construction. Use termite-resistant concrete, steel or masonry in your home's foundation. In our experience, Borate solutions are effective termite repellents and are a great method to prevent termites for a long time. Most houses now in the United States are treated with borate solutions upon construction in order to prevent termites from invading your home after the completion of construction.

4.Create Physical Chemical Barriers

  When beginning new construction, especially in areas of the country where termites are an issue. Use embedded physical barriers like poisoned plastics or other physical barriers to make sure there is no easy access for any insects to gain entry. The borate treatment is another chemical treatment approach you can take to prevent termites from penetrating your home. This will require the use of termiticides to insulate your home from a termite invasion. The process to follow is to use Liquid termiticides which are trenched on the soil and around the home. If the treated soil remains undisturbed, the treatment will last up too 5 years.

5. Use Termite Baiting Systems

  Another popular method that has gained greater acceptance among homeowners these days is to utilize a termite baiting system. There are a variety of termite baiting methods which you can choose from. The idea behind the method is to lure termites away from your home. This is achieved by placing baits outside of your home. Wood bait is one option to consider and a popular termite baiting method being used by many people. This is a very effective way to detect early signs of possible infestations.

Look For The Signs Of Infestation:

Performing periodic checks of your property is a good idea. We want to find the warning signs of termite infestation early to help diagnose an infestation in its early stages:

• Look for Termite nests which appear as mud-like deposits that are formed in irregular lines outside of your home, paying more attention to the areas were wood can be found.

• Wood affected by termites can look whole do not be deceived but in reality it may only be a veneer-hiding exterior that crumbles very easily and sounds hollow when tapped.

• Infested wood under painted surfaces may result in peeling and cracking of paint. You may observe actual holes in the wood itself.

• Termites like to gather at light sources in nighttime hours. This can be a strong indication that termites are looking to colonize in the area. This is especially true in termites most active times between the months March and November.

  These steps will help you to prevent your home from a Termite Infestation and help you identify the problem early. The best solution is to turn to a pest control professional. Look to hire an experienced and responsible pest control professional who can increase your chance of success in getting rid of Termites . Call a professional pest control company before termites end up costing you and your family thousands of dollars in damage.

To find out more about Pest Control Tips and Solutions visit Long Island New York’s Premiere Pest Control using Eco-friendly solutions at www.teampestcontrol.net

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