When you find out you have termites in your house, you may feel like your walls are tumbling down around you. Some termite infestations, unfortunately, can tear through your home and do considerable damage. But with a sound termite treatment strategy, you can eliminate these destructive pests from your living space. Use this guide to get answers to your questions about termites.

All About Termite Treatment

How is a termite infestation treated?

Your termite treatment provider might use a variety of extermination methods, but the most common treatments are liquid and bait. Liquid treatments of termiticide establish a boundary in the soil around your home that prevents termites from entering and from leaving your home. Since the termiticide prevents the termites in your house from returning to their colony for hydration, the infestation dies off naturally. With bait methods, termites are attracted to a chemical that eventually kills them. 

Are termites likely to return?

After a home has been the site of a termite infestation, these insects will be more likely to return for seconds. In some cases, you might think you’re dealing with a new infestation, when the first is still dying off. It may take months to eliminate a termite infestation.

How can I keep termites from coming back?

To avoid future infestations, you’ll need to schedule regular visits with a skilled termite treatment team. They will inspect your home for possible signs of termite presence and eradicate early-stage infestations. You can also do your part to keep termites at bay by shutting off outdoor lights at night, fixing plumbing leaks as soon as they occur, eliminating sources of moisture in and around your home, and keeping wood away from your home’s exterior.

How long does termite treatment last?

If you hire a reputable company, a termite treatment should continue to stave off future infestations for at least five years. However, several variables affect this timeline, such as your home’s geographic location, local termite populations, and your household habits.

If your property requires lasting termite treatment, reach out to Denning Pest Control of Jefferson City, MO, today. They have over 60 years of experience providing efficient pest control services, and they’re proud to be fully registered, licensed, insured, bonded, and certified. For more information on their methods for eliminating bedbugs, termites, or small animals, visit their website. You can also call (573) 442-4010 to schedule an appointment.