tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40632360803000185402024-03-13T21:51:23.270-07:00How to get rid of termites | Prevention | TentingAdminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00822870949354663019noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4063236080300018540.post-9612495380119244412012-05-16T11:24:00.000-07:002012-05-16T11:36:26.967-07:00How to get rid of termites<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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widely spread questions among people who have their houses is “How to get rid
of termites”. The problem of termite infestation is common for owners all over
the world. It is possible to find different types of termite treatment.
Actually all the answers to the question “How to get rid of termites” may be
divided into two parts. The first one will include do-it-yourself treatment. It
is rather easy to find a guide and try to kill pests without anybody’s help.
The second group of answers is connected with the help of the specialist. To my
modest point of view it is better to leave getting
rid of termites for professional worker. They are able to inspect the
insects, they have necessary equipment, knowledge and experience. Of course in
this case you will have to spend some amount of money which is possible to save
(at least partly) if you decide to use do-it-yourself products. But how often
you refuse from a consultation of a good specialist (for example, doctor) with
the aim to save a bit of money but with the risk not to cope with the problem,
especially if it is connected with your life and health? The same is with your
home, it also requires a proper investigation and further treatment. But if you
feel as you are the greatest termite killer
and decide to do everything only by yourself you should find and learn all
possible information about this problem. First of all you have to find out what
type of termites you have. Actually the greatest part (almost 90%) of accidents
is connected with subterranean termites. The other cases (about 10%) of
invading the house by insects are connected with drywood termites, also may be
called dampwood termites. The next step you should be ready for is leaning how to kill termites with the help of insecticides
and special foams. Here you will find some tips how to get rid of termites if
you have a strong desire to do it yourself. After the theoretical base of
knowledge you should move to practical part. First of all is it necessary to
find the source of infestation. For this purpose you have to investigate your
home very thoroughly, taking into the consideration the smallest cracks and
holes. It is very important to find the nest of these insects. Destroying the
nest – main home of pests – leads to the killing of the whole family which
lives next to you. The next step in your battle with pests is using termite
insecticides for reducing infestations. You should identify the type of
termites which live next to you and cause damages to your house. After this it
is necessary to choose the most appropriate product and be sure that you know
how to use it correctly. The third and the last step is making certain
decisions how to protect your home in the future.</span></strong><b><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<strong><span lang="EN-US" style="font-weight: normal;">If you see that
the infestation is very bad and you do not know how to get rid of termites the
best way out is to ask for a help of a specialist. A professional termite
exterminator will kill all the termites for sure. Of course it is more
expensive but the result speaks for itself.</span></strong><b><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<strong><span lang="EN-US" style="font-weight: normal;">Among other termite killers it is possible to list the next
items: liquid pesticides, tenting and fumigation.</span></strong><b><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<br /></div>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00822870949354663019noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4063236080300018540.post-73996546237931982572012-05-16T11:22:00.002-07:002012-05-16T11:38:15.244-07:00Termite prevention<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US">It is very
easy for the termites to gain access to your home, these insects are very
proficient and therefore it is important to take steps of termite prevention in
order to reduce the risk of them feeding on your home. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">Such things
as small holes in the wood, crumbling drywall, sagging doors or floor, wings of
the termites, and small shelter tubes are the most obvious and common signs of
the termite infestation. However, even if these signs are not evident and you
have no reason to believe that your home is infested, it doesn’t mean it’s not.
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<span lang="EN-US">The first
step of termite prevention is to have a licensed pest manager, or a termite exterminator perform regular
inspections. This is the best way to
make sure that your home is pest free and is also reliable way of termite protection.
Professionals that are qualified in termite
extermination are trained to identify, prevent and treat termite
infestations. They are knowledgeable of the termite biology and behavior. A
pest management professional performs a thorough and proficient inspection of
your home in order to determine whether there is any evidence to suggest the
presence of the termites. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">A termite exterminator may also consult you about
making your home less suitable for termites but fixing any termite-attracting
conditions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">There are a
number of tips for termite prevention:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">1.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Affixing
wooden trellises to exterior walls may attract termite, so this should be
avoided;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">2.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">You
should keep any mulch, wood debris, scraps of lumber, sawdust and firewood as
far away from your home as possible. If, however, you do keep wood, for
example, for fire next to your house, you should keep it raised off the ground;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">3.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Don’t
store, stack, or bury any wood debris or scrap adjacent to your house;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">4.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Make
sure that bushes and tree branches are trimmed away from your home. Don’t let
shrubs and other dense greenery, as well as mulch, be close to your house or
its foundation;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">5.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Don’t
forget to remove trees and stumps if they have been infested;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">6.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Make
sure to fix any leaking faucets and water lines indoors and outdoors;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">7.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Don’t
leave roofs and gutters leaking;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">8.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Don’t
let leaves get into gutters and drains;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">9.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Make
sure that water runs away from the foundation;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">10.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Make
sure to ventilate crawl spaces and attics in order to reduce humidity;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">11.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Remove
any wood that may contact the soil;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">12.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Make
sure to cover not any less than 90% of the ground in crawl spaces with plastic
sheets;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">13.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Wood
siding, stucco, and foam board needs to be at least six inches off the ground;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">14.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US">Make
sure there are no cracks and holes in the foundation of your house.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">If the
termite have been spotted, the termite
extermination is necessary. Your pest management professional can help
you to get rid of the termites and also provide termite
protection to make sure they don’t come back. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">Even if
after the examination of your home it turns out to be free of insects, the termite
prevention measures still should be taken if you want to ensure for your house
to stay that way. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The number
one termite defense product in the </span><st1:country-region><st1:place><span lang="EN-US">USA</span></st1:place></st1:country-region><span lang="EN-US"> is Termidor. Most likely you will
be advised to use this treatment to help fight termites.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
</div>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00822870949354663019noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4063236080300018540.post-10855057207125053282012-05-16T11:21:00.002-07:002012-05-16T11:38:42.350-07:00Termite tenting<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1_0UHPjb1FciEJ0OiJ-ZnuOyADWiLFaTh3uZCCtxToAtg0UqL0BC23zaS-HsAprvN5h_tiOM8qD-1YMrHsNFmEMgQ3CX_8aJFoUzl0anuMIRhiR1M-DAlkyNAXPlmqC2RHc8lbuZ89Lux/s1600/termite+tenting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="137" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1_0UHPjb1FciEJ0OiJ-ZnuOyADWiLFaTh3uZCCtxToAtg0UqL0BC23zaS-HsAprvN5h_tiOM8qD-1YMrHsNFmEMgQ3CX_8aJFoUzl0anuMIRhiR1M-DAlkyNAXPlmqC2RHc8lbuZ89Lux/s200/termite+tenting.jpg" width="200" /></a><span lang="EN-US">Termite
tenting or how it is also called the termite
fumigation is the process that includes a complete coverage of a
structure such as the house with a sealed, nylon tent, and after that filled
with poisonous gas to get rid of drywood termites. The termites are dangerous
because they feed on the wooden structure of the house, and if left as it is,
the damage done weakens the structure. Termite tenting is one of the possible
ways of dealing with termite infestation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The process
of termite tenting is expensive and required one to two days. However it is a
known method of getting rid of the insects. During the time of the tenting the
house is completely sealed off, therefore you need to make arrangements to stay
at your friends’ place, with your family, or in the hotel. The fumigant agent,
typically Vikane, or in other words sulfuryl fluoride is used. This termite spray is colorless, odorless, and it
leaves no residue behind. If left for a long enough period of time, fumigant
absorbs into the pours of the wood and kills termites. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">As a part
of preparation for the termite tenting any pets, fish tanks and bowls, as well
as living plants need to be removed prior to the procedure. The fumigator
service may sometimes provide bags to seal all the foods and medications, if
the bags are not provided you still need to make sure that the items are
tightly sealed. Such items as mattresses or pillows with waterproof covers may
require special instruction. It may also be recommended to remove them from
their covers or remove them from the house altogether.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">Any plants
and shrubs need to be cleared along the house perimeter to make sure the
workers have a pathway and also to allow the tenting to reach the soil. The
ground next to the house needs to be soaked in order to keep the damage of the
gas away from the plants. Rooftop antennas, weather vanes and some chimney caps
need to be taken down.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">When the
house is sealed shut, the lethal fumigant is pumped inside. Special fans inside
the structure make sure that the gas spreads evenly and reached the affected
area. The gas kills all the termites, including those that are hidden inside
the walls. After some time, the tenting service removes the seal, airs out the
structure and tests the air with special sensing instruments. When concluded
that it is safe, the owners may return back. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">However
there are also drawbacks of the termite tenting, for instance, it does not
prevent from new infestations. Once the house is safe for people to move back
in, it is also sage for the termites. The tenting also does not get rid of the
subterranean termites that may live in the foundation of the house, in the
soil, or in lower extremities of the structure. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The
effective way of dealing with the subterranean termites is using termite bait. The bait consists of the food for
termites that is poisoned, and so when the termites feed on it they begin to
slowly die. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">Because the
tenting includes the usage of poisonous gas, it should only be the last resort
in dealing with the problem. In fact, environmentalists are not working on
other non-hazardous methods of getting rid of termite infestation, such as
freezing termites with liquid nitrogen or blast infected wood with radio waves. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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