Termite infestations can really drill a hole straight through your fun filled summer.. literally! Before calling in a pest control professional, you might want to try and tackle the problem yourself, but you don’t have to go it alone. Lucky for you, we are offering up some cool tips for banishing termites.
Use Cardboard Traps
These types of traps are a DIY, all natural alternative to help you stop termites in their tracks. Cardboard is so effective because it contains cellulose, a compound that is known to attract female termites. Where the females go, the males shortly follow and pretty soon you will have a termite colony gathered up on the surface of your trap. Close it up and burn it in a safe place to ensure the end of your termite problems.
Let In the Sun
Termites are extremely susceptible to the heat that accompanies sunlight. If your furniture is showing signs of termite damage, it might be a good idea to let it air out in the sun during the hottest part of the day.
Use Botanical Oils
Orange oil contains a compound called d-limonene, which is powerful enough to kill termites on contact. If termites have already set up shop in the foundation of your home, this simple solution could eliminate them in bunches.
Use Sodium Borate
This method is effective in stopping termites before they set their sights on your home. Sodium borate is toxic to termites and for that reason they tend to avoid it. Using that to your advantage, mix a little bit of the substance into your paint and keep yourself termite free for the foreseeable future.
These all natural termite taming methods are effective, but they are not the end all be all. If you live in Middlesex County or the surrounding areas and want to have your home evaluated for any kind of pest infestations, turn to the experts at Pest Control Unlimited.
To schedule your appointment, call 888-649-9919 or click around on our website to request a free estimate!
