How Often Should My Home Be Treated for Termites?

The length of time a termite treatment lasts varies depending on the treatment used. Some treatments need to be regularly monitored while others can last for more than a decade.

Liquid termite treatment has been known to be effective for up to 13 years. Bait stations are regularly monitored, making their effectiveness long-lasting. Even when you have termite treatment in place, it’s smart to scheduled annual inspections in your home or business in Eastern Tennessee to prevent future infestations.

Do I Need Termite Treatment Every Year?

Termite control service that combines preventative methods and regular inspections by a trained specialist is the most effective way to ward off termites. A pest control company such as Johnson Pest Control will decide the best termite treatment needed for your unique situation. It’s important enlist the expertise of a professional when it comes to deciding how often your home should be treated for termites.

What Can I Do Between Termite Treatments to Prevent Termites?

Whether your home is being treated for termites or not, it’s always a good idea to learn how to make your property less attractive to termites.

Here are some termite prevention tips that can help keep you termite-free between treatments:

Keep piles of lumber or firewood away from your property or stored above ground level.
Eliminate sources of standing water in or near the home.
Repair areas of your foundation where wood is in contact with soil.
Regularly inspect your deck, patio, or outdoor furniture for signs of damage.
Remove decaying trees, branches, and debris in your yard.

How Often Do I Need a Termite Exterminator?

Your home is likely the largest investment you’ll make. Whether you want to prevent termites or another type of wood-destroying pest, it’s important to have regular inspections performed by a termite exterminator. With regularly scheduled termite inspections, you can rest easy knowing your home or business is continually protected against termites.

How Effective is Termite Treatment?

When performed by a licensed termite control expert, termite treatment is highly effective. It’s simply a matter of deciding on the best treatment for your situation. To do that, they will consider factors like the species of termite, the extent of infestation, and where they’re located. There are three main types of termite treatment and they’re all extremely effective in the right situations.

Liquid Termite Treatment: When a termite touches or ingests liquid termiticide, it becomes a carrier and infects other termites it encounters. Gradually, the termiticide spreads throughout the entire colony through the “transfer effect.” Liquid termiticide can remain effective for up to ten years.
Bait Stations: At Johnson Pest Control, we use Sentricon bait stations, which are the most effective on the market. Bait stations are installed in the ground around your home with an engineered bait that’s ten times more appealing to termites than wood. This bait is brought back to share with the colony.
Fumigation: In extreme infestations, fumigation works wonders. Although it’s inconvenient to have to leave your home, fumigation is extremely effective for eliminating even the most widespread and stubborn infestations. In some cases, we recommend simultaneous fumigation and liquid treatment.

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