There are 2 general methods of treating termites.
First is the baiting system:
Bait stations are placed strategically around the perimeter of the house. An Authorized Operator routinely examines the stations for signs of termite activity. When termites are discovered, termite bait is placed in the stations. Termites then feed on it and spread it to their nestmates. The active ingredient in the termite bait affects termites by stopping the molting process they need to grow. As the worker termites die off, the colony declines to the point it can no longer sustain itself, ultimately leading to it’s elimination. First and foremost, this technique is very costly and not very efficient. Even when it does work, it takes up to 1 year to eradicate the problem. There is absolutely no reason for the termite to leave your sill plate to go to a little bait station in the ground. The average cost for a system like this is anywhere from $2,000-$3000
dollars. The yearly maintenance is between $400 and $600 dollars.
The second treatment method is the barrier method:
This method has been in use for more than 50 years. Think of your home as your castle. What was put
around the castle to keep intruders out? You are right! They put a moat around the castle and inside the moat they put crocodiles (in case someone tried to swim across). Well this method uses that same