Treatment for Termites

How Do Termites Damage Your Property

Termites are small, social insects that belong to the order Isoptera. They are often called "white ants," although they are not related to ants. Termites feed on dead plant material, such as wood, leaves, and soil, and play an important role in nutrient cycling in many ecosystems.

Termites can cause significant damage to homes and other wooden structures. They can break down cellulose, which is found in plant fibers, and use it as a food source. This means that termites can eat through wooden structures and cause significant structural damage over time.

There are several species of termites, and their behavior and habitat can vary depending on the species. Some termites build large mounds, while others live in underground nests. Some species of termites are considered pests because they cause damage to wooden structures, while others are considered beneficial because they help break down dead plant material and contribute to nutrient cycling in ecosystems.

Termites devour anything from furniture to books and insulation to even pool liners and channels. Heavy infestations might also cause serious damage to your home’s interior walls

Harming Your Property’s Structural Foundation

Termite infestations usually start with the home’s foundational wood. You may discover these infestations in places like crawl spaces or along the structural walls. 

Significant harm to these places can be costly due to the difficulty of restoration. Not to forget, such damage frequently affects other aspects of your home too. 

Damaging The Wood Supporting Your Windows and Doors

Many portions of your home include wood that is difficult to assess. Termite-prone material involves the wood beneath your house, inside the walls, in closets, and other similar areas.

Deteriorating Furniture and Other Belongings 

Termites that begin on the wood beneath your house will travel into your walls if not controlled. They’ll ultimately ruin your furniture and paper goods as well.

Which Termite Species Has Attacked Your Home? 

Subterranean termites, on average, produce greater damage than dry wood or damp wood termites. These termites dwell in massive colonies with thousands of termites within every colony. Therefore, they inflict a lot of harm in a short amount of time. 

Drywood termites do not need moisture and will eat away at your property despite moisture maintenance. 

How to Identify Termites in your home

The first stage in termite control is to be aware of their presence. Termites seldom surface from the earth, mud tubes, or sources of food that they burrow through. 

The following are among the methods for determining whether you have termites:

• Inspect exposed wood for hollow patches by prodding it (you can use a flathead screwdriver or a tool with similar features).
• Stay on the lookout for termite swarms (it is easy to mistake ant swarms for termite swarms, so make sure you learn how to differentiate). 

Here are some signs of termites in your home:

• Mud tubes branching across the walls or along the ground.
• Signs of wood damage.
• Wood dust around the property
• Stuck windows or doors
• Mounds and swarms

 

 

How to Remove Termites?

Termites can cause significant damage to a home or building if left unchecked. Here are some steps you can take to remove termites:

1. Identify the infested areas:Inspect your home or building for signs of termite infestation such as mud tubes, damaged wood, or piles of wings.
2. Remove any damaged wood: Termites feed on wood, so removing any damaged wood can help reduce their food supply.
3. Use a termite bait system: Termite bait systems work by attracting termites with wood or cellulose-based baits that contain a slow-acting toxin. The termites then share the toxin with their colony, eventually killing off the entire colony.
4. Use liquid Termiticides: Liquid Termiticides can be applied around the perimeter of your home or building to create a barrier that termites cannot cross.
5. Hire a professional: If you have a large infestation or if you are unsure how to effectively remove termites, it is best to hire a professional pest control company. They can assess the extent of the infestation and recommend the best course of action to eliminate the termites.

It is important to take action as soon as you notice signs of termite infestation to prevent further damage to your property.

 

 

Treatment for Termites

The treatment for termites depends on the severity of the infestation and the type of termites involved. Here are some common treatment options:

1. Chemical Treatments: Chemical treatments involve applying liquid or foam termites to the soil around the foundation of the building or directly to the wood. These chemicals are designed to kill termites on contact and create a barrier that prevents future infestations.
2. Baiting Systems: Baiting systems involve placing termite baits around the perimeter of the building. These baits contain slow-acting toxicants that are carried back to the colony by worker termites, which eventually leads to the elimination of the entire colony.
3. Heat Treatment: Heat treatment involves using specialized equipment to raise the temperature of the infested area to a level that is lethal to termites. This treatment is typically used for localized infestations in furniture or other small items.
4. Fumigation: Fumigation involves sealing the entire structure and filling it with a gas that is toxic to termites. This treatment is typically used for severe infestations or when other treatments have failed.

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1. Soil treatment: This involves applying a liquid termiticide to the soil beneath and around the foundation of a building to create a barrier that prevents termites from entering the structure.
2. Wood treatment: This involves treating the wood used in construction with a termite-resistant chemical to prevent termite infestations.

It is important to apply termite treatment before construction to ensure that the building isprotected from termites from the very beginning. Once a termite infestation has taken hold, it can be difficult and expensive to eradicate, and can cause significant damage to the structure.

It's important to note that treating termites can be a complex and potentially dangerous process, and it's often best to hire a professional pest control company to assess the situation and recommend the most effective treatment option.

We, Asly Facilities Management Company provide the right solution for all your pest issues including Ant-Termite Treatment. We do Pre and Post Construction Ant-Termite Treatment. Our skilled technicians will help you to get rid of all flying and crawling insects. For assistance you can call us at +971 581581651 or can email us to info@aslyfm.com.