Termatie spray

✅ 1. Identify the Type of Termite

Different treatments work better depending on whether you have:

Subterranean termites (most common; mud tubes on walls or foundation)

Drywood termites (less common in basements)

If you’re unsure, look for:

Mud tubes

Hollow-sounding wood

Discarded wings

Droppings (pellets for drywood)

✅ 2. Safety First

Termite sprays contain chemicals that can be hazardous. Follow these precautions:

Wear gloves, goggles, and a mask

Ensure ventilation if possible

Keep children and pets away

Don’t mix chemicals or apply near open flames

Follow all directions on the product label

✅ 3. Where to Spray

Most consumer termite sprays are contact insecticides. They are useful for:

Directly treating visible termites

Treating entry points along the foundation or sill plates

Treating areas where wood meets concrete

Spraying mud tubes directly

However, sprays alone rarely eliminate a colony.

⚠️ 4. Sprays Are Only a Temporary Fix

Basements usually attract subterranean termites, which live underground. Surface sprays kill only visible workers, not the colony.

For more lasting protection, consider:

Bait stations

Soil treatments (usually applied by professionals)

Treating foundation cracks and entry points