Termite Control

termite control

 termite control , Several times a year, take a slow walk around your foundation and look for any signs of damage so you can formulate a termite control treatment plan.

Termites don’t eat solid, but they do create mud tubes, which are signs to  termites that are trying to scale up your foundation in search of siding or other tasty wood.

Just seeing mud tubes, you should know that’s a time for a closer inspection and some  termite control tactics. There’s no bad time to start preparing your defenses against these wood-chewing pests because over the years termites are active.

There are many effective termite control ways that homeowners can take to guard their homes.

The following are the most important points that we will address:

  • What is a termite?
  • Types of termite
  • How to spot termites?
  • Termite Life Cycle 
  • Termite control tips & options 
  • Frequently asked questions about termite control 
  • How to choose termite control company 

What is a termite?

Termites are considered the most successful groups of insects on earth because they colonized most of the land except for Antarctica. Their colonies range in size from a few hundred individuals to large societies with several million individuals. More than any insect, queens of termite have the longest lifespan because some queens live up to 30 to 50 years.

In the diet of some human cultures, termites are a delicacy and are used in many traditional medicines. Termites divided into workers and soldiers that are usually sterile. termites feed on dead plant material usually. Termites are one of the main insects, especially in the subtropical and tropical areas.

Types of termite

It is helpful to know the different types of termites that exist in what location they can be found to protect your home against termites. There are more than 2,000 species of termites across the world, but only some species are found within Abu Dhabi.

If you suspect termites in your home, it is best to call a pest management professional to find the most effective solution for you.

There are two kinds of termites:

Subterranean termites:

Usually, Subterranean termites have large colonies, Subterranean termites typically eat along the grain of the wood, the fact that  Subterranean termites are making carton nests in wall voids and in trees is very true.

To keep the correct level of moisture a carton is a nest made from the termite fecal matter when the termites are unable to return to the actual subterranean nest.

Dry wood Termites:

Usually, dry wood termites are found in coastal areas but they can be transported in infested wood.

It’s very important to identify potential termite damage in order to choose the way to control termites and fix the damage. Frequently termite damage is mixed with water damage, but there are a lot of differences between the two. you may spot termite damage through long tunnels along the grain. Water damage causes cube-shaped scaling in wood.

How to spot termites?

Learn how to spot termites and signs of termite damage by keeping an eye out for these indicators.

Swarming

The best way to discover termites is Swarming .

Subterranean and damp wood termites typically swarm on warm spring and summer days.in late summer and into fall the dry wood termites spread. The swarms of termites around your home are a clear mark of a termite infestation. Residual evidence of swarms, like termite wings and droppings that look like coffee grounds, is a telltale sign of termite presence.

Buckling Wood

Wood buckles when it’s exposed to excessive moisture, but it also buckles when it’s infested with termites. Wood buckling or blistering can occur anywhere from floorboards and structural beams to crown molding and wood furniture. you may have a termite problem  If you see buckling wood so you should investigate further.

Swollen Floors And Ceilings

swelling floors and ceilings are an indicator of water damage or a termite colony Like buckling wood. Termites burrowing into the wood causes it to swell and bulge. This swelling is more than an eyesore. It’s a sign of dangerous structural damage. When a lot of damage is done, floors and ceiling will cave in unsteady.

‘Mazes’ In Walls Or Furniture

One of the most obvious signs of termite damage is visible tunnels in wood around your home. The mazes are created by the termites chewing a path through your walls or furniture.

Termite tracks in wood.

Smell Of Mold Or Mildew

Severe termite infestations stink of mold and mildew. If you have cleaned an area of mold and mildew and the smell persists, you may have a termite issue. Consult a professional to do an inspection as soon as possible.

Termite Life Cycle

 Let’s talk about Life Cycle Stages:

Reproduction

Swarming winged reproductive males and females leave established colonies and procreate when the termite mating flight starts and his life cycle also starts. termites land and go on to form new colonies after fertilization. 

Then, These insects become the king or queen termites of their newly established colonies. termites land and go on to form new colonies after fertilization. 

The queen and king termites are responsible for reproduction. and it’s the center of the termite life cycle

Eggs

Eggs hatch into pale white larvae after the fertilized queen lays eggs .Eggs devise into larvae and fall to grow into workers, soldiers, and primary or secondary reproductive.

Nymphs

A nymph becomes reproductive by going through molts, a process of shedding its exoskeleton. This nymph is a young termite. a termite develops a soft exoskeleton under its current, hard exoskeleton firstly. 

After that, the outermost skeleton splits open and the new exoskeleton enlarges and hardens once the termite has reached maturity. based on the colony’s needs molting process continues throughout a termite’s life cycle 

Larvae

 over the course of several molts, the larvae grow for making a role in one of the three termite colony castes: workers, soldiers, and reproductive termites.

Castes

Each caste has a distinctly different physical appearance. Workers are responsible for feeding and grooming other termite castes and chambers as well as constructing tunnels. Soldier termites are yellow-brown, with dramatically enlarged heads and large mandibles often in spite of these are useful in combat, but render warriors incapable of feeding themselves.

 Some research has indicated that maturity and the overall needs of the colony may dictate caste assignment Although it is not clear how larvae are relegated to a certain caste. In fact, research has shown that castes in the termite life cycle are not rigidly set, as termites belonging to one caste may develop into another caste if the colony requires it. if the colony experiences a shortage a soldier termite may become a worker or a reproductive termite.

Swarming

The termite life cycle also includes swarming. termite develops his wings and eyes Once becomes mature and becomes capable of reproducing. The bodies of these termites also become harder and darker to help the swarming termites withstand exposure to light and less humid air.

Lifespan

Queen termites may survive for over a decade under optimal climate conditions While Workers and soldiers live approximately one to two years.

Termite control tips & options: 

Termites can cause a lot of damage to your home if left without treatment. Without anyone noticing the insectes grow up deep in your home and slowly eating away. When it comes to termites your best treatment is ongoing prevention, because most homeowners insurance plans won’t cover termite damage.

There are three main groups of termites that can affect your home: subterranean, dry wood, and damp wood termites. We will discuss general overview of different types of treatment options:

Termite Control by termites types :

Subterranean Treatment options:

frequently subterranean termites enter the home from areas where wood comes in contact with the ground, by pressing on cracks or by using the mud tubes they construct to move from their colonies which are underground to invest wood in your home.

Some options: 

  • Monitoring and bait stations
  • Termiticide application
  • Drywood Termites Treatment

For dry wood termites to grow it doesn’t need a connection to the ground. they travel up to find a home or find a favorite source of wood to set a colony. To survive dry-wood termites need less moisture than either subterranean or damp wood termites, and can often be found in attics where they infest structural wood. they may infest other items such as dead trees and shrubs, utility poles, and furniture.

 Drywood treatment options:

  • Gas fumigation
  • Targeted termiticide application
  • Dampwood Termites Treatment

Much larger than their subterranean counterparts, damp wood termite soldiers sport very large pincers on their heads that are used to fight off predators. As their name suggests, they prefer to build colonies in damp or decaying wood with high moisture content and moist wood in contact with the ground such as logs and stumps. Usually, damp wood termites do not construct their nests in soil and do not construct mud tubes. if the wood source is intact,  termites eat the wood with the grain but consume wood through the grain if their wood source is unsound. Generally, damp wood termites are not devastating like subterranean and dry wood termites.

 Dampwood Treatment options:

  • Moisture Removal
  • Termiticide application
  • Monitoring and Bait Stations

To measure termite activity, we install monitoring stations around your property. Bait stations are set up to attract termites once confirmed.

Bait stations house chemical materials that termites eat and carry back to the colony, spreading them to their counterparts and addressing colonies at the source. when dealing with larger populations this control method is often best.

Gas Fumigation

This method is primarily used to control dry wood termites as the treatment can reach termites living deep within a home. when fumigants permeate all home sites and disrupt a termite’s metabolism once inhaled.

Termite control by chemical & non- chemical categorization : 

  • Non-chemical treatments

Some ways to keep termites away don’t include the use of insecticides, for example:

The physical barrier, and it is usually incorporated during construction.It has been proven that the steel mesh and special size sand works effectively as physical barriers. Some success is shown by Biological control, especially in laboratory settings. Because these methods do not involve the use of pesticides, the Environmental Protection Agency does not regulate them.

  • Chemical treatments

Before a company can sell or distribute any pesticide other than a pesticide with minimum risk, the Environmental Protection Agency should review studies on the pesticide to determine that it will not create unreasonable risks to human health or the environment. Once we have made this decision, we will license or register this pesticide for use as directed on the label. Insecticides used to prevent or treat termite spread are called termite pesticides and must demonstrate their ability to provide structural protection before they are registered. In most cases, termite repellents can only be properly applied by a professional pest management professional.

Certified treatments include:

  •  Liquid termite pesticides.
  •  Termite baits.
  • Building materials impregnated with termite pesticide
  •  Wood treatments.
  • Conventional barrier treatments

The most common method of treating a termite infestation is barrier treatment applied in the soil. The termite repellents used in barrier treatments must be specifically distinguished for this use.

These treatments can contaminate the home and will not protect against termites If done incorrectly. so, it is important to get a pest management professional who is licensed and trained to take suitable precautions. The most common active ingredients found in traditional termite repellents are:

  • Acetamiprid
  • Beventrine
  • Chlorantraniliprole
  • Chlorpheniper
  • Sevlothrin
  • Cypermethrin
  • Esfenfalirat

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Frequently asked questions about termite control 

What is the most effective termite control?

Termidor is very effective because it does more than simply act as a barrier between the structure and termites. If an infestation is found, a liquid termite treatment using ,Termidor is the most effective way for treatment.

What kills termites naturally?

There are many natural termites killers but the most used are:

 “Boric acid” Boric acid works to kill insects in or near the house.

“ Nematodes”  it’s known that Certain groups of nematodes feed on termites, making them a natural form of biological control.

What are the Signs of the presence of termites in your home?

These are some signs of Termite Activity:

  • Discolored or drooping drywall.
  • Peeling paint that resembles water damage.
  • Wood that sounds hollow when tapped.
  • Small, pinpoint holes in drywall.
  • Buckling wooden or laminate floorboards.
  • Excessively squeaky floorboards.

Can I spray for termites myself?

Yes ,  you can do Termite Control  by yourself.

There are two major methods of termite control. You can use soil treatment or use termite baits and use liquid termite insecticides 

Is it hard to get rid of termites?

Once a termite infestation is established, it can be hard to get rid of. … Your best bet for getting rid of termites is to contact a termite control specialist

How do I kill termites in my house?

One of the most popular ways on how to get rid of termites involves treating the soil around your house with a termite insecticide, like imidacloprid or fipronil. if termites are inside wood you can treat them directly by putting termite baits around your yard to attract termites in.

How long does a termite treatment last?

On average, termite treatment lasts about 5 years. whereas termite bait stations only last one year and need to be maintained annually but Liquid termite treatment can last five years or more.

Do termites bite humans?

In spite of, soldier termites are tiny and they won’t leave a mark but they have the ability to do so. Scarcely do termites bite a human but it bites wood and bites other insects if attacked. Even when termites leave their colonies in search of mates, humans are not at risk


How To Choose The Best Termite Protection Company

You need to act quickly If you doubt that your home is full of termites.

The longer you wait to address the problem, the more time these winged pests have to establish a foothold and start eating into your home. you may be able to control the cost of remediation and take your home back at any time  If you are able to catch the problem early. If you wait for just a month or two, the problem could become much more difficult to treat.  Even worse,  more damage will be done to your home if you wait longer.

Hopefully, you are inspecting your home on a regular basis and watching out for signs of a termite infestation.

Conducting aperiodically a monthly termite check-up is important because it allows you to know the problem and solve it early. inspections periodically every month will give you time to seek out the best termite control company in the city. This process can take some time.

You do not want to allow anyone to solve a termite problem.

A poor quality termite contractor could actually make the problem worse and even damage the structural integrity of your home. Don’t risk something important like your home. but make sure to vet each potential contractor carefully.

The Company That Has the right credentials you should go with it.

Make sure that firm holds the required certifications for your country before you hire a termite protection company.

You can ask each termite protection company you interview which licenses they hold Once you know which licenses are applicable. always stay away from any companies that do not have the required licenses. They may not be able to complete the work because of the necessary training to do the job.

Make Sure You Receive a Realistic Estimate.

Termite protection company will be willing to give a firm estimate based on a check of your home. The contractor should examine your home carefully from inside and out, looking for the warning mark of termites and explaining their process as they go. 

Avoid the companies that are unwilling to provide a firm estimate.

Also, be on the lookout for companies that provide unrealistically low estimates. Their estimates may not include all the required work, and the contractor could demand additional money once the remediation process is underway. You should get several estimates from a variety of contractors, rather than rely on a single company. There are many warning signs such as  If one estimate seems too low.

Be careful of companies that claim to have a Secret treatment for termite control.

Also, watch out for people who claim to have secret ways or secret information on treating termites.

Attention, there are a few tried and true treatments for termites, and none of them are secret.

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  • Our company is one of the most famous companies that work to exterminate and eliminate any type of termites, where we have a whole large team of workers and specialized engineers, and experts who take all measures to exterminate any type of termite that the citizens of Abu Dhabi suffer from.
  • Our work at Mazaya is not limited to spraying to exterminate termites, and it is done in different ways depending on the situation, but periodic follow-up is done with the client on an ongoing basis to reach the best possible results.
  • The services of the termite control company are not limited to the extermination of termites only, but also extends to the extermination of any kind of crawling insects and flying insects that work to transmit infectious diseases among everyone, which makes our services comprehensive.
  • Mazaya provides comprehensive integrated services that make it distinct from many other similar companies, the most important of which is the direct response from customer service 24 hours throughout the whole day, as its employees work on the patrol system, so the customer cannot contact at any time unless the immediate response is made to it.

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And termites require close follow-up and care in the form of dealing with them, which is what Mazaya Pest Control guarantees for you in controlling termites.

Mazaya works in the fight against termites by providing all kinds of machines and tools through which it is possible to get rid of termites that cannot be seen with the naked eye, and to completely get rid of any of its different types that threaten all homes, public places and lands.

All of these features make it easy for you to choose from the various termite control companies in Abu Dhabi

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