The more counterproductive function of termites is that they not only exhibit damage to wooden structures but they also injure paper, cloth and rugs or carpets. Termites (or white ants) usually are timid to different and unfavourable environmental conditions. They often hide themselves in tunnels and especially in wooden structures.

With all the trouble termites cause, a common household or a commercial establishment should be protected from the infestation of white ants. The homeowners must possess knowledge on basic termite treatments in order to at least prevent the cost of the damage they imply.

Before any infestation may occur, it is important to do an intensive research on the prevention and termite treatment.

The Australian standard 3660.1 implies the necessary requirements to provide protection of dwelling places against the infestation of termites.

Such are the two types of termite treatments: 1. a chemical barrier against the entry of termites or 2. a physical barrier against the entry of termites.


Termite Treatment - Chemical Barrier

The usual chemicals used to treat termites are generally called Organophosphates. The chemical treatment of termites may be executed in several methods.

A full under slab treatment- the chemical maybe carried out under the slabs of the building or to the perimeter of the structure or building.

A partial irrigation type method- this method is entailed with the piping systems of the building where termites usually dwell. The chemical is carried out in the inner and outer sides of the building perimeter’s footings.

A full irrigation type method- this method is most similar to the partial irrigation type only that it carries out the chemical to the total under side of the slab.


Termite Treatment - Physical Barrier

The physical barrier is likewise presented in a few different methods.

The slab itself- the slab design may be dictated by the criteria stated in the Residential slabs and footings Construction (AS. 2870). It can also be promulgated by the design engineer and assure that the slab can serve as a protection barrier against the entry of termites.

A woven stainless steel fabric mesh- this fabric mesh is being adhered to the top of the concrete slab and under the bricks of the inner perimeter walls.

Graded granite- this physical barrier is usually located at the base of the cavity located between the outer brickwork and the slab edge.


However, after the discovery of an active termite infestation, it is advised that they must not be disturbed until you have decided what method to apply. After which, it is also but proper to destroy their termite nests and their colony using toxic dust. But an experienced operator is the sole person who can perform the application of toxic dust.

Termite stations are the possible dwelling places of termite colonies in a house or a building or any establishment. Ongoing monitoring should be done in order to determine if the termite stations are possibly the places of infestation.

Termimesh is a company whose expertise is on termite treatment and prevention and pest control services for new and existing homes. It also offers termite inspection and management services. The general design of a building can affect on the frequency of infestation. Services such as wiring, plumbing and pipes should be installed properly so that termites will not penetrate the slabs or footings. All materials which are in contact with the floor must be termite resistant using either the chemical or physical barriers.