The one problem all homeowners want to avoid is that of a termite infestation. Modern termite treatment methods mean that it is now possible to quickly and efficiently get rid of an infestation and prevent the insects from returning. While everyone today has access to professional termite control services, people are often misled by myths and old wives’ tales about termites and this causes them to ignore or overlook an infestation, underestimate its severity, or try DIY termite treatment methods. 

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Termite tenting is an old and well-established method of removing drywood termites from a building. Although over the years the chemicals used in the process have evolved to become both, more effective in removing the termites and also safer for humans and animals as well as more environmentally friendly, the basic procedure remains the same.

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There are 2 stages to termite treatment. The first is to get rid of the infestation that is present in the house and the second is to prevent it from recurring.

Getting Rid of Termites

The most widely applied method of getting rid of termites is through termite tenting (fumigation). This involves sealing up a house, covering it with a special tent and pumping it with specially formulated gases to kill the termites present in the structure. 

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Termites are not the other guy’s problem. They can attack your home anytime and without any warning signs. And when they do, it is not an easy fix, like using a spray to drive flies out of your house. Termites are tough insects and are difficult to spot until the damage they have done is so severe that it is obvious.

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Termites are a homeowner’s nightmare. Once a termite infestation develops in a house, the only safe way to get rid of it and protect the home is by using house fumigation services. But the problem doesn’t end with termite removal. After the infestation is over, what about the damage that has been done? That can be a huge and expensive fix.

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The thought of tenting and fumigating a home to get rid of a termite infestation makes many people uncomfortable. Even though modern termite control chemicals are extremely safe and pose no risk to human health as long as they are properly used, people still hesitate at the thought of having to pump chemicals into their homes. 

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Climate change is affecting us in many ways –in some regions, the temperatures are rising, in others, droughts or floods are more frequent and the incidence of natural disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes is increasing. All these changes do not just affect the humans on the planet – they affect every living thing. And that includes termites.

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Americans love doing it themselves. Besides saving money, the pride inhandling a problem yourself is the icing on the cake. However, there is DIY and then there is DIY. Sewing on a button is easy, as is painting a wall.

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Termite removal can be done by fumigation or non-fumigation methods. Both ways are effective and your termite company has the expertise to know which is best for your home. Ask all the questions you want, but leave the decision to them. Whichever way the termite prevention and removal is done, it makes sense to do a thorough cleaning once the job is over.

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A termite infestation will occur in most homes, sooner or later. When that does happen, homeowners, are often tempted to try some of the “quick and easy” DIY termite removal methods that are available online. Not only are the DIY methods of doubtful efficacy, but the homeowners also make the mistake of thinking that there is only one species of termite and that there is only one way to get rid of it. Nothing could be further from the truth. 

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