{"id":1946,"date":"2023-07-06T03:20:10","date_gmt":"2023-07-06T03:20:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/critterbusters.com.au\/?p=1946"},"modified":"2023-07-06T03:20:10","modified_gmt":"2023-07-06T03:20:10","slug":"exterra-termite-monitoring-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/critterbusters.com.au\/exterra-termite-monitoring-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"EXTERRA TERMITE MONITORING SYSTEMS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
It\u2019s one of the most common questions asked by people with a termite problem. And one that\u2019s a constant source of debate in the pest control industry. Which form of treatment is better: a termite monitoring system or chemical barrier?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The truth is, there\u2019s no clear answer. There are a range of factors that determine whether one treatment is better than the other. Some of the most common concerns include the scope of the infestation, property layout, and the customer\u2019s budget. Any reputable pest control company should take these factors into account when choosing the best treatment for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To help you \u2013 the customer \u2013 be more informed, here are the pros and cons of each treatment type.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This process involves applying a chemical termiticide to the soil, either under concrete flooring or around the perimeter of the building. It can be applied to most new and existing buildings at any stage of their life. While very effective in most cases, liquid termite barriers<\/strong><\/a> have their drawbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For starters, often it\u2019s necessary to bore holes and trench around the foundation of the building and this can be costly, time-consuming and disruptive. The team may also need to temporarily remove then reinstall hot water systems and water tanks in order to access certain parts of the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another downside comes down to the nature of the barrier itself. In reality, there\u2019s not much to stop termites from digging above or below the barrier to gain entry. And while doing so may reveal their location, if you\u2019re not paying attention at the time \u2013 you may notice until it\u2019s too late. Also, if you have the wrong type of soil (only fine soil with very few rocks will work) or any other construction issues, then a liquid barrier is often not viable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To maintain the warranty of a liquid barrier, you must have an annual termite inspection<\/strong><\/a> done by a licensed pest expert. This typically costs around $180 to $250 based on the size of the building.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\tLiquid Termite Barrier :<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When installed correctly, the liquid barrier either kills the worker termites or forces them to surface and reveal their mud tunnels. Some companies use special termiticide that, when consumed, slowly poisons the worker termite. But not before the termite carries the poison back to the nest and then infects the whole colony and Queen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n