How to Get Rid of Termites?
Termites, be it at homes or workplaces, take their toll. Not only are they one of the biggest causes of destruction which, as per a recent study, is worth billions of dollars, but they are also the primary reason that has enabled the termite treatment industry to post huge growth
A variety of products are available today in the markets for treating termites effectively. However, not all of them can be rectified with the same kind of treatments. It is thereby necessary to know about the different kinds of termites-
Flying termites- the sole function of these winged termites is to reproduce and build new colonies.
Drywood termites- a specific type which lives in wood and cannot exist in soil and burrows.
Subterranean termites- are the most commonly found termites which exist in huge bunches and numbers.
Formosan termites- of Asian origin, these termites have the capability to destroy more quickly and rapidly as compared to other varieties.
Most of the products aiming to help you get rid of these termites focus on the subterranean type. However, it is considered better to make a choice only after you have sought professional help and have determined the kind and specie of termites which infest your place. There are a number of companies manufacturing varied termite products making tall claims, but the most effective ones include-
Firstline- Making use of an ingredient known as Sulfuramid, it works on the principle of convincing the termite that it is the finest source of their food. Not knowing it is a bait, termites consume them, resulting into the formation of toxins in their stomach. Being contagious, these toxins are spread to the entire colony as soon as the infected termite comes in touch with them.
Terminate- Using a pesticide as its constituent, this bait system is commonly available in all stores. All you need to do is put it at a certain corner or stick it around the area infested by termites. The termites, taking it to be a food source will eat into it and, as the name suggests- terminate themselves!
Premise- It is the only product which is available in different shapes and sizes. Ranging from granules to balls and from foams to liquids, it merely needs to be sprinkled around the area which is infested by termites. The results are very expeditious to be seen.
Phantom- Essentially a non-repellent, this termiticide works on the principle of non-detection. Because the termites cannot detect it, thus they cannot resist it! This too being communicable is spread to other termites by their infected counterpart who does not die immediately, but lives long enough to multiply its effects.
It is only after you decipher the type of termite which is existent at your place that you should search for the requisite treatment as per your purpose and need. These products may take time to show results, but the only result that they are truly bound to show is absolute elimination!
