Best System in Termite Extermination

Discover the best termite extermination systems, including baiting, liquid termiticides, fumigation, and heat treatments. Learn effective methods to eliminate termites and protect your home from infestations.

Pest Control Global Jan 12, 2025 0 92 Add to Reading List

Best System in Termite Extermination

The Sentricon Termite Colony Elimination system has revolutionized termite protection and become an instant success with homeowners. Today it is the No. 1 brand in termite protection. Homeowners ask for it three times more than any other termite treatment. It provides proven colony elimination, leaving no more colonies, and no more problems.

- - - - Global Pest Control can install and monitor the Sentricon System exterior stations without even entering your home.
        
        No drilling in floors or foundations is required, and it results in limited disturbances to landscaping.
        
        Sentricon eliminates “toxic” liquid chemical treatments that require digging a trench and treating the soil around and under homes with hundreds of gallons of diluted chemicals.

Qualified & Trained Staff

Only select companies have been qualified, trained and authorized to market and service this unique system. To qualify, Global Pest Control must meet and maintain strict standards set by Dow AgroSciences.

- - - - Highest-quality service
        
        Extensive training in termite biology and behavior
        
        Ongoing technical and service instruction in the use of the Sentricon System
        
        State-of-the-art data gathering and management tools

Fewer than 10% of Global Pest Control companies qualify to install Sentricon. Contact us right now and let one of the nation’s best rid your property of termites for good.

1. Baiting Systems

Best For: Subterranean termites.
How It Works: Termite baits are installed in the ground around your property. They contain slow-acting toxins that worker termites carry back to the colony, eventually eliminating it.
Popular Products: Sentricon, HexPro.
Advantages:
- Targets the entire colony.
- Low chemical exposure for humans and pets.
Disadvantages:
- Requires regular monitoring.
- Slower than liquid treatments.

2. Liquid Termiticide Barriers

Best For: Subterranean termites.
How It Works: Liquid termiticides are applied to the soil around the foundation, creating a barrier that termites cannot cross. Non-repellent termiticides (e.g., Fipronil) allow termites to carry the poison back to the colony.
Popular Products: Termidor, Taurus SC.
Advantages:
- Quick and effective.
- Long-lasting (5-10 years with proper application).
Disadvantages:
- Professional application required for best results.
- Involves higher upfront costs.

3. Fumigation (Tenting)

Best For: Drywood termites.
How It Works: The entire structure is tented and filled with gas (e.g., Vikane), which penetrates wood to kill termites.
Advantages:
- Kills termites throughout the structure.
- Ideal for severe infestations.
Disadvantages:
- Temporary relocation is required.
- No residual protection.

4. Foam and Dust Treatments

Best For: Localized infestations.
How It Works: Foam or dust containing termiticides is injected into infested wood or voids.
Popular Products: Termidor Foam, Tim-bor Dust.
Advantages:
- Targets specific areas.
- Minimally invasive.
Disadvantages:
- Not suitable for large infestations.
- Requires careful application.

5. Heat Treatments

Best For: Drywood termites.
How It Works: The infested area is heated to a temperature lethal to termites (~120°F to 140°F).
Advantages:
- Chemical-free.
- Effective for localized infestations.
Disadvantages:
- May not kill hidden colonies.
- Requires precise control to avoid property damage.