termite control methods - Contractor Talk - Professional Construction and Remodeling Forum

T.Peterson · 11-08-2006, 08:11 PM

Hello All, I am a moderator on the cleaning talk board and I came here in hopes of getting some educated opinions on termite control procedures.

We just bought a home (as is) that has some sub-terrian as well as dry wood termites. We have gotten estimates for both tenting of our home and for microwave and ground treatment.

My question is, what are your thoughts on the microwave/ ground treatment method? Any one else have an experience here?

Thanks in advance

theresa

radiant barrier · 11-17-2006, 05:31 AM

We treat our Barrier product with boron and it resists termites. They can live and thrive in foam insulation. barrett enterprises inc

T.Peterson · 11-21-2006, 12:12 PM

Thanks for the reply radiant.

cbtexas · 05-19-2007, 06:13 PM

I have never heard of the microwave treatment. Around here they drill in past the bricks and spray some type of treatment. Also they drill into the foundation inside and pump some type of chemical below the slab.

I didn't know termites could or wanted to live in the foam insulation. I had always heard it was a great benefit because termites didn't like it.

CB

Wdavis3910 · 12-24-2008, 10:14 AM

Microwave the drywood termites, Termidor the sub-terranean termites.

Dutch1962 · 05-13-2009, 09:36 PM

Microwave is very good. You do not have to leave and it targets right to them. Be sure they don't miss any and make sure you have a 'repair' contract instead of service. Microwave will be fine for the Drywoods and hopefully they are using Termidor or Premise for soil treatment--Get the same repair contract..You should be fine.

envirocare · 05-13-2009, 11:34 PM

Definitely use Termidor...

Valencourt · 05-14-2009, 05:17 PM

What is the best prevention for Decks?

I am planning to call all my past customers and sell them a Termite Treatment... OK, I admit business is kinda slow.

cpest · 08-10-2009, 10:12 AM

Termites can be a lot nuisance. The best way to deal with them is to get a pest control done. Pest control is a vital part of home maintenance. I know of a very good company named Carolina Pest Management. They specialize in Charlotte pest control, charlotte ant control and many more such services. Their pest control treatments are customized to your home! You can visit their website for more info! I am sure they'll be of great help. Kudos!

dogris · 08-17-2009, 06:57 PM

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dogris · 08-17-2009, 06:58 PM

Sounds like spam cpest

bulwark · 10-05-2009, 01:29 PM

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