There are a variety of methods available for dealing with termite
infestation. Only a professional termite control company will have the
equipment and skill to be able to make all the methods available,and more
importantly, to know which one to use in each specific situation. One
of the most advanced methods, which is most effective in localized and
inaccessible areas, is the microwave termite treatment.
Microwave termite eradication has been in use for over 25 years. A test done by the state of California in the 1990s found that the treatment was over 97% effective in killing termites in a structure that was treated. In the years since then the technology has improved as has the efficiency. The XTerminator 4.0 which was released in 2012 is considered to be the cutting edge of microwave termite control equipment.
How It Works
The process begins with a detailed in depth inspection of the premises where the termite infestation is thought to exist. The location of termite colonies will be noted, as well as the extent of any damage they may have caused. A fiber-optic scope is usually used for this. Once a location has been identified, the microwave equipment is put in place, often on a tripod to provide for easy access to wall framing. The equipment will contain a magnetron that produces the microwave. A wave guidance device will direct the microwaves to the infestation. When the microwaves find the termites, the energy is converted to heat, similar to what happens in a microwave oven. The heat kills off the termites almost immediately.
If required, microwave treatment can be combined with traditional chemical based termite eradication methods.
The Advantages
Microwave termite extermination has many advantages:
Microwave termite eradication has been in use for over 25 years. A test done by the state of California in the 1990s found that the treatment was over 97% effective in killing termites in a structure that was treated. In the years since then the technology has improved as has the efficiency. The XTerminator 4.0 which was released in 2012 is considered to be the cutting edge of microwave termite control equipment.
How It Works
The process begins with a detailed in depth inspection of the premises where the termite infestation is thought to exist. The location of termite colonies will be noted, as well as the extent of any damage they may have caused. A fiber-optic scope is usually used for this. Once a location has been identified, the microwave equipment is put in place, often on a tripod to provide for easy access to wall framing. The equipment will contain a magnetron that produces the microwave. A wave guidance device will direct the microwaves to the infestation. When the microwaves find the termites, the energy is converted to heat, similar to what happens in a microwave oven. The heat kills off the termites almost immediately.
If required, microwave treatment can be combined with traditional chemical based termite eradication methods.
The Advantages
Microwave termite extermination has many advantages:
- It is quick. Termites are killed in a matter of seconds.
- There is no need to vacate the premises during the treatment, so there are no hotel expenses for the family and minimal disruption to daily life.
- Pets remain safe.
- There is no need to remove plants, furs, plastic etc. to prevent them being damaged by termite control chemicals.
- Similarly, there is no need to empty food, medications and cosmetics from the home.
- The gas supply does not have to be shut off.
- No shrub or tree trimming is required.
- Communications equipment, security systems and computers do not need to be disconnected.
- There is no need to inform the fire department when microwave treatment is being done.
- The treatment is completely green and environmentally friendly.
Use Professionals for the Best Results
Trying DIY methods or hiring a local handyman to spray some chemicals around the home may seem to be a cost effective way of dealing with termites. However, the danger is that without expert knowledge and the right equipment, the termites may not be fully eradicated. Those that remain will repopulate the infested area. While the homeowner relaxes in a false sense of security, the damage continues to occur unseen in the home. By the time it is realized that the termites have reappeared, a huge amount of destruction, requiring costly repairs, may have occurred. When dealing with termites, using a professional eradication service is always the best option.
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