1.
Termite Infestation, Their Treatment and
Prevention Methods

2.
Where do termites live?
• Humid, still and dark places
• The interior surface of timber
• Between walls

3.
● Mud tubes on the interior or exterior walls of the
house, on support piers, sill plates or floor joists.
● An unpleasant odour which is similar to that of
mildew or mould
● Temporary swarm
● Wood that produces a hollow sound
on being tapped.
● Shedded wings of termites.
● Tiny holes on the surface of walls
The visible signs of termite attacks
include

4.
Treatment Methods
• Barrier treatments
• Termite baits
• Liquid soil-applied treatments
• Wood treatments
• Building materials impregnated
with termicides

5.
Preventive Methods
• Secure all sources of water properly. Check for leaky
taps and pipes.
• Don't allow water to stand anywhere in and around
the house.
• The storage places of firewood or lumber should be
away from homes.
• Trees and shrubs should not be planted in close
proximity of the foundation

6.
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