Treatment
| Precautions | What
to Expect
The termite is an insect with six legs
and a body divided into three main constrictions,
namely head, thorax and abdomen. On the head is
situated a pair of antennae made up of many
head-like segments. The thorax or chest consists
of three segments, to each of which are attached a
pair of legs. And in those termites that are
winged, a pair of wings is attached to each of the
last two segments of the thorax. The winged
termites are also called "swarmer's"
(male & female reproductives). They usually
swarm (once each year, most often in the spring).
Their mission is to get back in the ground, mate
and start another colony.
The termite's diet consists of wood and other
cellulose materials. The termite problem developed
in the 1930s, and was partially due to the modern
system of central heating with which provides the
warmth of summer throughout the year and enables
the termites to feed without pause.
Termites live in colonies, are social insects, and
divide their work among specialized members.
People often confuse termites with ants because of
their similar social life. As a rule, termites
avoid light and seek narrow cracks and crevices.
Treatments
We
may drill 1/2" holes in the areas where
termite damage has been found. After the product
is injected into the soil the holes are sealed
(cemented). Next to the outside foundation, we may
dig a trench approximately 6" deep and
6" wide, apply product, and backfill the
trench with the clean soil.
"SENTRY"
Termite Detection System
The "Sentry" termite detection consists
of monitors that are placed in the ground and are
spaced at intervals of about 8' apart around the
outside perimeter of your home. The monitor
contains a piece of loblolly pine. On a quarterly
basis we return to inspect the system. If we find
that termites are eating the pine we remove that
monitor and replace it with one that contains
termite bait. The termites eat the bait and go
back to feed the colony. They dispense the bait to
other termites, this process eventually eradicates
the colony.
Call us for details about our
"free" installation of the
"Sentry" Termite Detection System
Precautions
Do not come in contact with the products while we
are working. We will be using a no-odor product.
It is not necessary for you to leave during the
treatment unless someone has a heart, respiratory
problem, or is pregnant. Please do not disturb the
"Sentry" monitors once placed around the
perimeter.
What
to Expect
This should be a one-time treatment. The products
we will use have been field tested and found to be
effective for in the soil from five to over twenty
years. The monitoring of the "Sentry"
system is an ongoing inspection process. The
"Sentry" system should be monitored at
least once each quarter. Feel
free to e-mail
us with any question
or comments you may have. We're here for you!
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