Post Construction Termite Treatment: Advantages and Disadvantages If your home has been infested by termites, you probably have used post-construction chemical termite treatment as an immediate remedy to rid your home of the infestation. In fact, this type of treatment has enjoyed widespread popularity for the longest time. Perhaps its major advantage is the ease it can be applied to structures, post construction. It is also relatively cheaper compared to pre-construction termite control systems. However, using post construction chemical barrier systems also have some major disadvantages. Astrid One, a termite control company in Singapore came up with an infographic on
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How drywood and subterranean termites differ
Mention the word “termites”, and most people will immediately think of some type of whitish colored insect that feeds on wood and can damage buildings. It is true that termites can damage wooden structures and that most of them eat wood, but when you consider there being thousands of species of termites in the world, it won’t be surprising to know that there are also major differences amongst each species or type. However, it is important to know how drywood and subterranean termites differ.
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Fipronil
Fipronil in termite treatment Fipronil is an insecticide that is has been designed for broad spectrum use. It works by disrupting, and eventually disabling, the central nervous system of insects. This affects their nerves and muscles – which is fatal for all types of insects. Because of this, fipronil has become quite popular as an insecticide.
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Chlorpyrifos
Crystalline in nature, chlorpyrifos is a form of organophosphate insecticide that is widely used in both agricultural and home settings. Organophosphates (sometimes abbreviated OP) are a common name for phosphoric acid esters. This insecticide is marketed under several different brand names including: Dursban, Brodan, Scout, Detmol UA, Stipend, Empire, Paqeant, Dowco 179, Lorsban, Piridane, and Eradex. The chemical works by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase (AChE), which is an enzyme that degrades neurotransmitters.
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Repellent termiticides
Pesticides that are targeted towards the control of termites are usually called termiticides. Today, there are two main categories of termiticide applied to soil or wood: repellent termiticides and non-repellent termiticides. The main difference in how these two types of termiticides work is defined by how the termites react when they encounter the area of treatment. Repellent termiticides are perceived by some to be more environmentally friendly – although that is debatable, since all termite control chemicals affect the environment (one way or the other).
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Imidacloprid
Imidacloprid is known as a neonicotinoid, which is part of a category of neuro-active insecticides that are based upon the properties of nicotine (in tobacco). This chemical is perhaps better known by one of its many brand names including: Admire, Advantage, Advocate, Confidor, Gaucho, Hachikusan, Kohinor, Premise, Provado, Prothor, and Winner. It is widely marketed as a broad spectrum form of pest control, and when used as a spray is considered to be quite effective for the control of fleas, cockroaches, and termites.
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Natural and alternative termite control methods
Even though a professional extermination may be necessary in order to treat termite infestations, you may be surprised to know there are actually several natural and alternative termite control methods as well. These treatments can often be used in place of, before, or in combination with professional treatment options.
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Termite fumigation treatment
Termite fumigation treatment is a long used treatment method for the control and elimination of termites, specifically drywood termites. While it is always recommended that adequate controls be in place to prevent infestations, sometimes it is not always avoidable, and more drastic methods are needed. That being said, it does pose certain risks, and should only be carried out by a trained, licensed, exterminator. This is most definitely not a DIY procedure.
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Advantages and disadvantages of liquid termiticides
Liquid termiticides are commonly applied as a form of barrier treatment, in order to control infestations of subterranean termites in and around homes. These types of barriers work by keeping termites away from a structure as well as killing those that penetrate the treated area. But what are the advantages and disadvantages of liquid termiticides?
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Home termite inspections
Termite inspections are often required in order to secure funding to purchase a home (especially older ones). But they are always a good idea whether it’s required or not. The risk of termite damage to wooden structures is higher for older houses; that is why older premises are more in need of inspections. Here’s what you may want to know concerning the process of most home termite inspections that are carried out by pest control companies.
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