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Termites- Subterranean
(Reticulitermes speratus )
subterranean termites are the most destructive and economically important insect pest of wood and other cellulose products. They attack wood through out most of the countries in the world.
Termite Ecology
In their natural habits , termites breakdown dead or dying plants material and thus they important part of the nutrient cycle. When termites feed on wooden structures they become pests.
Biological and Physical Characteristics of the Subterranean Termites Colony
Termites a social insects they live in highly organized colonies. Each colony is composed of individuals that have different physical features and/or behavioural roles . Three major types of individuals are found this caste System: workers .Soldiers and Reproductives . The species of termites can be determind by physical characteristics of the soldier and winged reproductive.
Materials Damaged by Termites
The principal food of subterranean termite is cellulose, obtained from wood and other plant tissue. Termites therefore , feed on wooden portions of building utility poles , fence posts, or any other wood product . They are also damage paper ,fiberboard , and various types of fabric derived from cotton and other plants. They occasionally are found in living plants. The greatest economic impact is to the wood in building.
Conditions Favouring Subterranean Termite Infestation
Subterranean termites become most aboundant in moist, warm soil containing large supply of food in the foam of wood or other cellulose material. Such conditions often are found beneath building is where there is inadequate site drainage or poor ventilation and where scraps of lumber ,from boards ,grade stakes , stumps or roots are left in the soil. They invade most buildings through wood close to or in contact with the soil.
Method of Treatment
Pre Construction Termite Proofing Control Treatment Treatment (New construction sites)
This treatment should be done on the construction stage of the house or building and the treatment should be carried out before laying the concrete slab to the floor or the trenches for the foundation. (Warranty upto 10 years.)
Post Construction Termite Control Treatment (For Existing Building)
For Infestation in the existing building the treatment could be done by drilling and injecting the termiticide to the soil along the wall joints and exterior foundation. (warrenty upto 5 years)
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