Termite pest control, must be "nipped in the bud" before the damage begins. Avoid the accumulation of moisture at the base, which provides water needed for termite survival. To divert water from the basement with the proper functioning downspouts, gutters and splash blocks. The soil should be graded or inclined from the base to the surface water to drain from the building.
Cellulose (wood, mulch, paper, etc.) that is in contact with soil provides termites with ready and unobservable access to food. It is very important to eliminate any contact between the wooden parts of the foundation of the house and the soil. Maintain at least 6 inches between the soil and porch, grills, doors and window frames, etc. Never keep a stack of firewood, lumber, paper or other wood products against the Fund or in the crawl space. Warning lattice, grapes, etc. from touching the house. Before and during construction, do not bury wood scraps or waste lumber in the backfill, especially near the building. Do not forget to remove wooden or cellotex form boards, grade stakes, etc. used in construction. Remove old tree stumps and roots, and under the building. Avoid or minimize use of wood mulch next to the foundation.
Conventional treatments rely on creating the soil chemical barrier in the soil that is toxic to termites to contact him.
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