NEW CONSTRUCTION PRE-TREATMENT FOR TERMITES

Subterranean termite activity is normally hidden from view, and damages not covered by homeowner’s insurance can become expensive to repair.  Many homeowners fail to recognize the early warning signs of termite infestation and do not become aware of a termite infestation until the damage becomes obvious.  Large or mature colonies feed at a constant state and will do considerable amount of damage to a structure every day.

One of the best ways to help protect against termites during the preconstruction phase is to treat the soil during the early stages of construction. There are many benefits to pre-treating the soil, but timing is crucial. A soil-pre treatment is usually applied before the slabs are poured, and can provide a long-lasting residual barrier to effectively prevent future infestations of subterranean termites.

Another important consideration for termite prevention is the use of termite resistant, pressure treated lumber.  Some of the more resinous woods are naturally resistant to termites while others need to be treated with special chemicals to help them to prevent termite damage.  The use of these specially treated woods goes a long way in helping protect homes from termite infestations.