Drywood termites aren’t as common as subterranean termites. In fact, of all termite-related problems, only about 10% are associated with drywood termites. When there’s a drywood termite infestation, it’s usually widespread and can result in extensive destruction of wood structures in a home.
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Drywood termites are a distinct termite species, and their treatment isn’t the same as what’s used for subterranean termites. If you are facing a drywood termite infestation in your home, you’ll find this blog post extremely helpful.
Bora Care Natural Borate Termite Control by Nissus
The Bora Care Natural Borate Termite Control by Nissus features BORA-CARE’s patented formula. Nissus is the leader in Borate Technology and this product is created to provide a long term solution to target wood-destroying pests and organisms.
This product contains a Glycol based material that helps the product to easily penetrate deep into the wood. On top of providing treatment to the wood, the product also helps prevent it from being consumed by wood destroying organisms in the future.
Preparation and application is simple. Mix solution with water (1:1 ratio) and apply to the wood surface by spray, brush or rolling
- Kills existing infestation
- Protects wood from future infestation
- Over nine years of proven efficacy
- Formulated with a concern for the environment
Release Nematodes
One of the best ways to get rid of drywood termites is to release nematodes into the space that you suspect has been infested with drywood termites. These parasitic worms love to feed on termites. Nematodes will feed on termites, reproduce, and continue to seek out every last of drywood termites till there are no more left. Just make sure you release a sufficient number of nematodes into the colony of drywood termites.
Borax Powder
Borax powder, or sodium borate, can kill termites quite efficiently. To apply, simply sprinkle borax powder or spray a mixture of the powder and water onto the affected wooden surfaces. You’ll have to reapply borax powder or borate solution a few times until you’re sure that there are no more drywood termites left.
Vinegar and Lemon Mixture
Vinegar is one of the most effective natural termite treatments. To apply, simply mix vinegar with lemon juice and spray the mixture around the drywood termite-infested area. The acidic nature of vinegar and lemons will kill any termites that come in contact with it. Since drywood termite colonies are usually very big, you’ll have to apply the vinegar and lemon mixture a few times to make sure there’s enough for the whole colony. You can stop applying the mixture when you’re certain all termites have been killed.
Orange Oil
Another effective way to treat drywood termites is orange oil. It can be derived from the peels of orange. Orange oil is also available at garden or home improvement stores. Orange oil contains d-limonene, which is the actual magic potion. It dissolves the exoskeleton of drywood termites, as a result of which they lose all their moisture and protein and eventually die.
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To apply, spray the Orange oil directly on the termites. You can also spray it over the wood surfaces where you suspect there is a termite infestation. The key here is to spray orange oil regularly to make sure that your home is really termite-free.
Lure them Out of Their Hiding Spot
If you’re certain that there are termites in your home that you can’t see, the best way to get rid of them is to lure them out of their hiding spot and then kill them. Termites love cellulose and water, and that’s what you should offer them as a treat. Place wet cardboard nearby and let it be. If there are termites, they’ll come to the ready-to-eat buffet. Once you see termites have gathered in the trap, take the cardboard away and burn it.
Neem Oil
Just like orange oil, neem oil is an essential oil that can kill termites efficiently. Simply mix neem oil with your regular dishwashing soap and spray the mixture on the infested wood. Repeat the application until you’re sure you’ve treated the infestation completely.
Final Thoughts
Drywood termite infestations are uncommon, but dealing with one can be incredibly difficult. As with any pest problems, you should address them as soon as they are detected.
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Drywood Termites build colonies and create elaborate chambers and tunnels inside drywood that makes early detection difficult. By the time you discover a drywood termite infestation, it’s usually already widespread. Hence it’s helpful to pay some attention in your daily lives.