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Detecting Termites Through Infrared Technology

One of the most exciting innovations in the pest control industry is the use of infrared technology and termite inspection. Infrared technology is used to detect heat in small spaces and is perfect for use in the termite inspection because it can detect colonies that are massed together and make it easier for the pest control operator to pinpoint the location of the infestation and effectively get rid of the problem in one fell swoop.

Finding termites can be difficult, yet knowing where they are located is important when deciding on the correct eradication program. The traditional method is to simply tap on the wood with the back of a screwdriver, or to poke holes in walls or even pull them apart.

Infrared technology and termite inspect now offers a new, high technological detection system that is quick, effective and does not require any damage to houses.

Infrared technology and termite inspection is being used with an increased frequency because it can easily detect the presence of termites by simply inserting a small camera at the end of a thin rod and then manipulating the camera around to find the termite swarms.

Because termites mass together to work on the wood, where there is one, there is always more. That's why infrared technology and termite inspection go hand in hand.

Thermal imaging technology detects heat patterns. When termites invade buildings, the normal heat patterns of the walls, floors and roof are changed due to the presence of termites. The thermal camera records this change in heat patterns and indicates the exact location of any termite infestation.

A color image shows hot spots as red or yellow and cold spots as blue or purple and these heat patterns indicate termite infestations. That means that infrared technology and termite inspection can be much more effective than the normal ways of doing a termite inspection.

However, termites are considered cold blooded insects, so how can they generate heat? Termites are hosts to bacteria, which live in their gut, and these bacteria help break down and digest cellulose, the main component of wood. It is this digestion and chemical reaction that generates the heat.

That's why infrared technology and termite inspection makes the location of termites much easier thus allowing the pest control company to target the specific areas where termites are located and make the treatment effective.

The pest control company that pairs infrared technology and termite inspection together is one that is highly effective and employing the latest tools in pest control so that they can do a great job for you - the consumer.

When the termite inspector is looking for termites, often, they will have to cause a certain amount of damage to the home in order to see if there is any evidence that termites have been there. That means opening up holes in walls, floors, etc.

With infrared technology and infrared cameras, all the pest control operator has to do is make a hole the size of the camera. The camera is mounted at the small end of a pipe much like what doctors use to perform arthroscopic surgery.

What that means is that the hole that needs to be made is very small. Once the camera is inserted through the hole, it sends back a very clear image that allows the termite inspector to see any possible damage inside walls and floors.

Of course, any type of disturbance to an area that may have termite damage will cause the active termites to move to a new location to avoid the disturbance. That can interfere with any localized treatment that the inspector will suggest.

However, the camera can move about stealthily in a way that will help the termite inspector see where they are moving and then suggest ways to target specific areas where they think the termites have moved to. That's why it is so important to have a trained and licensed inspector look at your property to determine the level of your termite infestation.

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Termite Control using Bait Stations

Termite control using termite bait stations, such as the Advance Termite Bait Stations or Firstline Termite bait, are one of the most effective tools to get complete termite colony elimination. Termite bait stations are a fabulous example of "green" pest control, and one that fits perfectly with an overall program of termite prevention. Termite bait has been studied tremendously, and has been designed to mimic the termites main food source, wood, and in particular cellulose. The stations do not pollute in any way unless we worry about the plastic they are made from, and do not affect any other living organisms when used correctly. There is no chemical residual placed around the structure, and therefore no non-target organisms killed. Termite control baits, and in particular the Advance Termite bait, offer a means for eliminating a colony of termites that may be threatening a structure, but at the moment the best we can hope for is that foraging termites accidentally bump into them as they search for food resources. Once a bait station is found, and essentially marked by the worker termites as a food resource, these stations then do become attractive to more termites. The first ones will lay down a trail that guides others to the station, so in that sense they may "attract" termites, but only after they are found with the random movements of the termites. The termites give off a pheromone, which is a chemical that they secrete, and encourages other termites to come feed off of the station. There is no guarantee that the termites will ever find the bait stations. They find them randomly, and there is a chance they might just wander by the bait station and enter the structure right next to it. For this reason, we put the termite bait stations about every 10 feet around the entire structure. The more termite bait stations you put out, the more likely the termites are to find them. Controlling termites through termite baiting is one technique for offering a highly selective way of killing termites, and possibly eliminating the entire underground colony. The toxicants inside the station are often IGRs as in the Advance Termite Bait system or stomach poisons such as Firstline, and have little or no effect on any other biological organisms in the area, but only on the termites that feed directly on them. Termite control baits the ability to get something into a colony that may be hidden deep in the ground. Liquid termiticides, applied to the soil surface, really don't go any farther than the water that they are mixed in does, which is usually only an inch or so into the soil. The active ingredients tie up tightly to soil particles and remain in that thin top layer, and if applied thoroughly enough provide a consistent barrier that foraging termites must contact on their way to the structure. The repellent termiticides, in particular, had no means for getting into the underground colony, but pretty much rely on either killing or repelling only the termites that moved into the treated zone.

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Termites Beware

The termite insect is a common species for us in California. The termite feeds on wood and are in the family of insects called Isoptera. The insect family Isoptera is said to have dated back 100mil years. The termite is species that can live a long time without food or water and because of this they can be harmful, if not devastating to the landscape. The high season for termites is from early June and often moves into the month of May. During this time is when termites really begin to swarm. In CA the most common species of termite seen in the form of winged, soldier or reproductive are the damp wood and subterranean termite. Before the termite season starts it is wise to have a plan of prevention and and solution. If a well thought out plan is in place it can stop unnecessary costly damages to your home. Boric Acid can be a less costly alternative to the other various more expensive ways of prevention.


The conventional method for Termite control of subterranean termites is to place a chemical barrier between the termites and the structure to be protected. Chemical barrier treatments for ground termites or subterranean termites are designed to stop them from being able to find there way into structures. If a structure is infested after it is built, termiticides are usually used by either: rodding, trenching or drilling. In order to protect the structure, you should use a combination of the best materials and application methods available today. This is not an area to hold out on, as it can possibly damage your entire home. The barrier continues to work to stop termite movement from the floor to the structure, although the termite is able to obtain moisture when inside the structure and may not need the soil for an extended period of time. Wood treatments are primarily used to supplement other termite control measures, because termites are able to attack untreated wood in other areas in the structure.


If a structure is made of wood and located in CA. it is said that there can be up to a 70% chance of the structure being attacked within 10-20 years time. A Boric Acid Bait tool can be used in the attempt to rid of pesky termites around a wooden structure as well. Bait blocks that include Boric Acid can be used as an option and do not include chemicals in such an extreme amount and they do not come with a hefty price tag as well. If you used a termite chemical barrier in the dirt and the termites are still getting past the barrier they may have found a week spot and the process needs to be bumped up a notch. When the termites have defeated the barrier and are infested in the structure itself the methods used are chemical injection into the wood itself. A good method of prevention is to free your yard of unnecessary untreated wood such as tree stumps and posts, or rotted fencing.


You can usually contain the problem within 12 weeks. Termite baits can eradicate termites by eliminating the termite colony. Termite baits can help in situations where a structure may be untreatable with the use of soil termiticides. For this particular situation there can be pesticide concerns, or the soil treatments may have failed in previous trials. Termites can begin feeding once they find a bait station. Termite baits are designed to suppress or eliminate the termite colonies living in the soil. Termite baits are ideal for use around structures inhabited by persons with chemical sensitivity as termite baits are designed to suppress or eliminate the termite colony living in the soil.


Termites can gain access into your home through foundation cracks as small as 1/64 inch. Termites cause over 5 billion dollars in property damage in the United States and destroy over $750,000,000 in property annually. Termites eat 24/7, never stopping to rest or sleep so control is a necessary action. Termite baits such as boric acid can eliminate the pests where soil baits and rods cannot, although a combination of soil solutions and bait are usually required to eliminate the problem. Termites are amazing tiny insects who have cooperation down to a science. This allows termites to do things like build giant towers by hollowing large trees, or transferring large amounts of dirt and, or, eating the wood from your home. The key to termite control is using proper prevention measures and consistent application.

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Bob Reed has been in the industry for 25 years and loves spreading the information he has collected on termite bait , termite protection and termite homes . All this can be found at the website www.termite-1.com.

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Termite Treatment and Control

Termites, sometimes called white ants, can cause damage over time to homes and buildings. Termites have been in existence since the time of the dinosaurs and eat non-stop for 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Termites are grouped according to their feeding behavior into subterranean, formosan, drywood, and dampwood. Among them, subterraneans and drywoods can cause huge damage to human-made structures.

Termite Inspection

Dampwood termites need lots of moisture to live, and feed in very moist wood. Dampwood Termites can be found in damp areas, dying wood or in houses where leaking plumbing keeps the wood wet.
Drywood Termite's feed is wood, wallpaper, plastic and fabric made from plants. Drywood Termite colonies are found in dry wood and do not require moisture or contact with the soil.
Formosan Termites eat wood and fabric, dead trees and help the environment by creating space for new plant life. Formosan Termites are found in underground colonies, boats and in mud nests inside the walls of a building.
Subterranean termites need contact with the soil to survive and they are found in underground colonies or in wet areas above ground.

Damage by Termite
Dampwood termites do not carry disease and don't usually damage buildings because there is not enough water in the wood.
Drywood termites can cause major damage to wooden support beams by eating them up which makes the foundation weak and can even make the building fall down.
Formosan termites can seriously damage the house if not controlled adequately.
Subterranean termites are the most destructive kind of termite. They eat a lot of wood and can cause a lot of expensive damage to a house or destroy living trees and shrubs. Subterranean termites can destroy building foundations, wooden support beams, plastic plumb pipes, swimming pool liners and filtration systems.

Termite Treatment
Termites can seriously damage the structure of a house or building before you get so late call Eliminate'Em Pest Control Services, the only service that provides you the fast, professional, courteous service and licensed technicians handle all of your Pest Control, Wildlife and Inspection needs. Our termite treatment and control is safe and effective. Eliminate'Em Pest Control Services offers termite treatment, same-day services and free estimates. Professional technicians are available to you 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to get rid of those pesky ants, filthy rodents or remove that wildlife that is causing damage or creating a nuisance. We eliminate termites, permanently.

 

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Kenny Vayda is the Managing Member of Eliminate'Em Pest Control Services, LLC.

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