Homeowners spend around $5 billion annually on termite control and structural damage repair caused by termites. While termite-killing chemicals, direct chemical application, termite baiting, and spraying liquid insecticide on your flooring and walls are some of the most effective ways to get rid of termites, not everyone wants chemicals in their home – some opt for other types of treatments, especially pesticide alternatives.
So how do you get rid of subterranean termites without using pesticides? Boric acid, oils, spices, and vinegar are just some options to rid your home of these pests. Detecting the termites and then selecting how to eliminate them might be difficult, but if you know what you're doing, you can do the task successfully. For best results, call up the pest control professionals.
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Boric acid is an excellent place to start if you're seeking natural termite control options. Boric acid is a natural insecticide and wood preservative that doesn’t kill subterranean termites when it comes into contact with them. When termites consume boric acid, it inhibits them from extracting nutrition from whatever they are consuming, regardless of how much they consume.
This acid is normally in powder form and can be sprayed straight from the container or diluted with water. When using, it's a good idea to use a mask and goggles and to be cautious near children or pets as it could be irritating for them if they come into contact.
If you wish to use this sort of acid inside, mix one teaspoon of acid with one cup of warm water in a spray bottle. Simply shake the bottle until the mixture is completely dissolved before using. After a week, check for indicators of the method's effect on the treated regions.
While cayenne pepper gives your family's chili a pleasant kick, it may also be a termite's worst nightmare. Cayenne pepper contains capsaicin, an active ingredient that gives it its fiery flavor. By severely injuring termites' nerve systems, this chemical will also kill them organically.
Cayenne pepper is an excellent termite repellent that is completely natural. If you have termite problems in a small space, try sprinkling the pepper generously in the targeted area and repeating until all termites are gone.
Another method is to make a paste with the pepper and vegetable oil and apply it to any affected area for a few days. Use this tactic for 4 to5 days and then evaluate the effectiveness of the mixture.
Using natural methods to create a bait system to eliminate your termite infestation might be a terrific solution. Commercial termite baits typically use slow-acting chemicals or toxins that are to be placed in bait stations. However, termite baiting systems may be made in a variety of ways, but one easy approach is to utilize cardboard.
Place the cardboard in the most affected regions and wait for the bacteria to infect it. Remove the cardboard and burn it to kill the subterranean termites. This isn't a one-time fix, so give it a few tries.
Cardboard termite baiting systems can be placed in multiple spots around your house for maximum effectiveness. Repeat until you believe your termite problem to be solved. If not, try the other methods.
Nematodes (also known as roundworms) are not actual worms and are so small that they are invisible to the human eye. Subterranean termites are one of the pest species that these worms can combat.
By injecting virulent germs or by parasitizing and eating the host, nematodes attack and kill their victim. These worms have the advantage of not destroying wood, being non-toxic to humans and their pets, and dying after the task is over.
Carefully combine the worms into a big bucket of water and slowly mix them into it until they are evenly distributed. Fill a spray bottle with the mixture and treat the target region with it. The nematodes will be propagated by the water sinking into the wood. It should be enough to spray once a day. Nematodes can also be used in different ways to combat various pests.
Diatomaceous earth is a special sort of sand made up of fossilized algae. It may be used in a variety of ways, and it offers a number of health advantages. This sand is also used to kill termites, which is a lesser-known use.
This kind of sand is safe for people, but it’s extremely hazardous for bugs. The diatoms that make up this material have such sharp edges, diatomaceous earth creates razor-sharp particles. When these edges come into touch with insects and pests, they cut through its outer coat, allowing moisture to escape.
DE pesticides are water-absorbent and absorb all moisture. It’s impossible for an insect to thrive due to its sensitive water balance. This substance may be dispersed both inside and outside the home to ensure a termite-free environment.
The use of white vinegar is another effective subterranean termite-killing technique. Simply blend two lemons' juice with a half cup of vinegar and fill a spray bottle halfway with this combination.
This is the most efficient way to disseminate it across the afflicted areas. This mixture should be sprayed into the mud holes that serve as entrances or onto the real mounds; any wooden buildings, fences, or nooks/corners where these pests may get into are also suitable places to spread this mixture.
This mixture will sink deep into the crevasses and grooves of your targeted area to kill subterranean termites. Spray this combination for a few days for the best results.
The seeds and fruits of an evergreen tree native to the Indian subcontinent are used to produce neem oil. For hundreds of years, neem oil has been a highly effective pesticide. The reproductive mechanism of insects is disrupted when this oil is applied and termites' hormonal system is altered when it consumes the oil.
This causes the termite to lose track of time, forgetting to feed and reproduce causing the elder termites to die, which then restricts the laying of eggs, keeping the termites from reproducing. Termites also dislike the scent of this unique compound, thus protecting the treated regions.
You may build your own blend by starting with raw or crude oil. You'll need to use a light liquid soap to emulsify the oil. 1 liter of water, 5 mL neem oil, and 2 mL liquid soap is all you need for this mixture. Make sure the soap is added first, then the neem oil is stirred in.
Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and use as required, but note that the contents begin to break down after about 8 hours, so use this combination as soon as possible after making it.
Orange oil contains D-limonene, a non-toxic compound that is safe for humans and pets, making it an excellent choice for termite control. Termites are more vulnerable to orange oil when they are first infested, not after they have fully colonized.
The application procedure is the same for neem oil and is best used when diluted with a strong or acidic and poured into a spray bottle for easier application. This approach is only effective locally, meaning it only acts where the oil has been applied.
You can also drill holes in targeted areas of your wall that you believe have termites and pour the oil into the contaminated regions or mud tubes found around your home. It's possible that you'll need to repeat this process multiple times and in different locations before you see any results.
While this natural solution is effective above ground, you will most likely need to use other methods of elimination if you have a subterranean infestation.
While salt appears to be ineffective against pesky pests like termites, even the boldest worker termites and soldiers are terrified of it. Salt kills termites by dehydrating them and killing them. Simply pour salt and warm water into a standard quart jar and stir until thoroughly combined.
It's best if you use a lot of salt. Fill a regular syringe halfway with this salty/water combination and spray it into any entry or exit sites you've found. After you've treated the primary infestation areas, employ the mixture as a preventative measure by distributing it around your home or any other high-risk areas.
This strategy is unlikely to eliminate all termites, but it’s a viable alternative for preventing termites or dealing with a small infestation.
DIY termite control treatments aren't guaranteed to work, and they shouldn't be regarded as your only option. Since termites can be microscopic at times and can burrow a long-distance deep into structures, they can swiftly make their way into the core of your home, making natural remedies difficult to identify and access.
To guarantee that the infestation is totally eradicated, you should contact a professional termite exterminator for comprehensive treatment. However, you can still reduce the number of termites in your home using natural DIY remedies.
To quickly eliminate termites, you must first eliminate the queen. You'll be well on your way to eliminating the entire colony, especially reproductive termites if you can locate their queen and kill her – you can even use cold water in doing so.
You should also ensure that you have proper drainage with no water leaks, organic matter in your house is properly stored, minimal wood contact with infested areas, and untreated wood is discarded. You gain the extra benefit of being able to get rid of termites organically and safely when you use food-grade DE.
It's vital to keep in mind that what works for one individual might not work for another when it comes to treating a termite infestation at home. What is the best way to get rid of invasive species that are really harmful?
In California, Formosan termites will not necessarily eliminate smaller termite infestations in Florida or dry wood termites in Arizona. There are several ways to get rid of pests, and each property is built differently, making it tough to get rid of termites without the assistance of a pest control professional.
Remember that with most of them, you may need to use the combination on a continuous and regular basis to see an effective and lasting improvement in the infected regions. It's also a good idea to do thorough termite inspections on your home to determine which of these solutions is best for you.
Particular chemicals are more effective against certain termite species. There are plenty of other natural termite remedies out there that are simple to apply and utilize, but these are some of our favorites. We wish you luck in your quest for termite elimination methods that are both natural and organic.
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