Although termites are not disease carriers, they can have a significant effect on the architectural integrity of your building or the value of your property if they become infested. For most people, purchasing or moving into a new house represents a fresh start. However, many people are unaware of whether the land on which the property is built has ever been infested by pests. Termite infestation was exacerbated by properties built on land previously used for rubber trees and oil palm plantations. Furthermore, if your property is destroyed by termites, it will lose value or require restoration. As a result, it is strongly advised that property developers and homeowners treat the land before construction.
Another issue is that most home insurance policies do not cover termite damage, which means you will be responsible for all subsequent repairs and expenses, which can be a significant financial strain. If you already own a home, the only way to keep termites from wreaking havoc is to have monthly preventative termite control treatments performed. However, if you are intending to build a new home, pre-construction termite treatment should be considered.
What does pre-construction termite treatment entail?
The termiticide is sprayed under and around the concrete base during the pre-construction phase, before the concrete slabs are laid on the ground. Subterranean termites are exposed to termiticide as they burrow through the treated zones in search of food.
#1 Taking care of the foundation
This is the initial step in the procedure. Termiticides are used to treat the foundation during the construction process. Termites dwell underground and enter a structure through fractures in the foundation; in certain situations, they may dig mud tunnels through wall surfaces to obtain access. This is why termiticides that function as a deterrent and keep termites away from the site are applied to the underside and sides of the foundation.
#2 Soil treatment
The soil around the foundation will be treated with a liquid termiticide at this point, creating a chemical barrier that keeps termites away from the foundation. This not only protects the foundation against termite assaults but also aids in the prevention of future infestations.
#3 Taking care of the plinth walls
Once the plinth and adjacent walls have been built, this thorough treatment is done. Liquid termiticide is injected into these places, forming a seamless barrier to keep these pests at bay when combined with the soil and foundation treatments.
#4 Taking care of the soil around plumbing systems
The soil around water and drain pipes, as well as stormwater drains and other utility lines, is treated with a particular termiticide in this final step of the treatment.
#5 Advantages of termite treatment prior to building
When compared to post-construction treatment, the upfront cost of these treatments may appear to be a little expensive. And, because most homeowners have a set budget for building their home, this additional cost may be too much for them to bear, and they may opt not to have pre-construction termite treatment done. The advantages of pre-construction termite treatment, on the other hand, far outweigh the expenditures, as follows:
- Pre-construction termite treatment is thorough and creates a barrier that termites cannot penetrate, making your property less likely to be attacked in the first place.
- You won’t have to pay for regular post-construction treatments, which will save you a lot of money in the long run.
- Pre-construction termite treatments can also boost your home’s resale value.