DIY: Ways to Destroy Subterranean Termites By Yourself
Subterranean termites are a subclass of termite that can live for a very long time. It will be very troublesome if we happen to see them in our houses. To remove subterranean termites can be tricky since they are hard to notice even though they live in large colonies. Most of the time, we notice when the wood they are living in has already been destructed. This kind of termite has been known to be the most destructive pest in Australia. When they get noticed, immediate action is needed. Here are ways to get rid of termites inspection:
Get Rid Of Subterranean Termites
Treat the wood with anti-termite chemicals. There is a chemical that can kill the colonies of termites on the wood. Even when it has not appeared yet, it is best to take precautions by applying them regularly. Pay attention to the old wood that has gone soft as it is the favorite spot for termites to live in.
Spray the area in your house with water chemicals. Termiticides, a chemical for treating woods from Subterranean termites is chemicals you can buy in-store. Spray them in the area where the termites are living. This method will only work in the spot the liquid chemical is sprayed on. Otherwise, widespread spraying is needed.
Make bait for the termites using an Insect Growth Regulator that is available in store. This method has been increasingly popular as it can kill subterranean termites in large amounts than using termiticides. To get rid of them in a few places, place few Insect Growth Regulators in the spots where subterranean termites are mostly in. Check the trap for activity. If there is no termite caught, move the trap to the next possible spot.
To prevent the spread of the termite, avoid water accumulation near the foundation. Clean the dry when there is a pool of water in it. Moist woods are the best place for termite thus making it frequently shines by the sun or get it polished dry will prevent it to get attacked by termites.
Identify the structural problems and fix them. Sometimes the destructive subterranean termites found in a problematic structural wood in the house. Certain structural deficiency like a fissure in the connection between two kinds of wood can lead to the spot getting colonized by subterranean termites.
Make more ventilation in hidden spaces for the moist and humid place is the best target for subterranean termites to colonize on. Open one or two planks in the hidden space or add windows. For more info about subterranean termites, contact with a professional Pest Control East Brisbanecompany.
Originally published at https://pestcontroleastbrisbane.medium.com on August 19, 2022.
