Have you noticed destroyed furniture, doors & windows? Can you see some strange mud tubes on your walls? Have you witnessed tiny transparent wings? If the answer to all the above questions is YES, your house is infested with termites & you need termite treatment in Kerala immediately.

Termites are tiny pests but they can severely damage your house in just 2 years. If you notice termites in your home, don’t wait for long to contact the experts immediately at 9747-199-802 / 9744-744-666.

In this blog, we will discuss types of termites, types of treatments, termite treatment costs and a lot more.

1. Difference between Termites & Ants

For a normal person or seen from a distance Termites & Ants both look the same. But it is very important to know the difference, because if termites go unnoticed for a long time they can damage your expensive furniture, doors, windows etc.

2. Types of termites

1. Subterranean termites – Their colonies can have up to 2 million members. They live in underground colonies or in wet areas aboveground and every spring, groups of reproductive termites fly off to start new colonies. In Kerala you usually find subterranean termites. They reside in damp & moist temperature & Kerala’s temperature is favorable for them.
2. Damp wood termites – They are normally larger than other termite species. They usually live in damp, dying wood or houses with leaking plumbing that keeps the wood wet.
3. Dry wood termites – Can form colonies of up to 2,500 members. They are usually found in dry wood and do not require moisture or contact with the soil.

3. How to identify termite infestation at home

When your house gets attacked by termites there are some signs that you need to understand. If any of the listed points are applicable in your case, then call a professional termite control company today!

1. Mud tubes – Termites can enter your house by making mud tubes at or below the ground level, and these mud tubes can go several feet above the ground level. So, you should always keep an eye on these tubes.
2. Discarded wings – When termite swarmers fly to a location, they discard their wings to start creating their colony. Homeowners often find discarded termite wings. 
3. Droppings – After eating the wood, termites often leave behind brown-coloured and grainy faecal mounds. These faecal pellets are usually found beneath the infested wood.
4. Damaged furniture – Termites usually consume wood from the inside out, leaving a thin shell of wood or paint. So when you knock or tap on an area that has termite damage, it will sound hollow.

4. Effective termite control procedures in kerala

1. Pre-construction – This treatment is done before the construction of a house. The layer of soil which is in immediate contact with soil is treated with anti-termite procedures to repel the termites. The purpose of this procedure is to provide a chemical barrier around the foundation against the termites.

2. Post-construction – Post-construction anti-termite treatment for houses is a termite control technology used when a structure or building is occupied. When termites invade our houses via soil, woods, damp areas etc. at that time this strategy is adopted. This treatment includes-

• Anti-termite soil treatment
• Anti-termite treatment for wood
• External perimeter treatment

5. Advantages of termite treatment

1. It provides immediate protection to any structure from termites and increases the life of the structures and other valuable assets.
2. It lasts for several years. Anti termite services from DFM India come with a minimum warranty of 5 years.
3. It eliminates the problem of gaps forming in the protection barrier allowing termites to enter the home.
4. Affordable to common people.

6. DIY tips to keep termites away from your house

Termites can enter your house by making mud tubes at or below the ground level, and these mud tubes can go several feet above the ground level. There are some small steps that can be taken from your side to prevent termites from entering your house.

1. Drains & gutters should be clean
2. Proper ventilation in the house
3. Check on moisture in bathrooms
4. Don’t keep rotten woods
5. Schedule routine termite inspection
6. Check the termite entering areas
7. Choose building materials wisely

7. How to select a professional termite treatment service provider

Selecting the best anti-termite treatment company is the most crucial step before starting termite treatment at home.

All the companies are not up to the mark so before selecting you you have to be choosy, after all, it is a matter of your house. Before hiring you should check thoroughly about their experience, the type of product they use, testimonials, years of experience etc.

1. Check years of experience – Doing termite treatment needs experience & precision, so always check the total working experience of the service provider.
2. Experience of technicians – As you read above termite treatment is a work of precision. The experience of technicians is also very important because they have to work with chemicals.
3. What type of products do they use? – You should also check the quality of the products. Low-quality products can be harmful to you, so always choose a company that uses eco-friendly products. These products are safe for you & environment
4. Guarantee – Termite treatment generally takes a few weeks to understand if the treatment was effective or not. Therefore, a work guarantee should always be a part of your bargain when shortlisting a Pest Control Company.
5. Testimonials – Check what their clients say about a particular company. This is the best way to check the credibility of a service provider.

8. How much is the cost of termite treatment

After checking every aspect now it is a turn to determine the cost. Before calling a professional there is a big question which generally arises in our mind “How much an anti-termite treatment will cost”? Anti-termite Treatment Price in Kerala depends upon the following factors:-