Permethrin, cypermethrin, fenvalerate, bifenthrin, deltamethrin, fipronil and imidacloprid are some of the active ingredients currently used as barrier treatments. The most effective and economical time to apply a barrier treatment is while the building is under construction. This allows application of termiticide precisely to critical areas. Treatment of wood with borates before using it in construction is also recommended. Rodding and trenching techniques are used to inject termiticide into hollow construction block and along the perimeter of the property, serving as a barrier to invading termites.
Termites die by coming into contact with termiticide-treated soil.
Termite bait systems are also popular. Baits work by using the feeding behavior and social interactions among termites to deliver insecticide to the entire colony. Regardless which method you choose, treating for termites requires in-depth knowledge of building construction. Because potential termite entry points are hidden behind walls or under floors, a careful examination and treatment is necessary. Neb. He is currently working on termite management and insecticide degradation in soil.