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Is termite baiting a DIY project?

Baiting for termite control can be time-consuming and many homeowners will conclude that the time and effort involved is more than they want to commit. In this case an experienced pest control company should be hired to set-up your baiting program. On the other hand, DIY termite baiting can be very economical compared to professional, post-construction treatments (see Termite Control Options).

There are a number of termite baiting systems that all work pretty much the same. First, stations are placed either above ground or buried below ground. Initially stations do not contain poison, their only purpose is to establish a foraging pattern. Once termite feeding is established the insecticide-laced bait is placed in the stations.

Do I need to bait for termites?

Baiting is most effective in areas where subterranean termites are the dominant structural insect pest such as regions with a warm tropical or semi-tropical climate. For example, baiting should be a part of your regular termite management if you live in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, North & South Carolina, Louisiana, Texas, Hawaii, and northern Australia. Baiting may not be of much benefit if you live in an area where subterranean termites are not the dominant structural pest.

Baiting can be a do it yourself (DIY) project as kits and individual components are now available for some bait systems (left), kits can be purchased online here or here. Remember, it takes time and effort to establish the baiting stations and monitor them effectively. Instructions for establishing and monitoring the stations differ somewhat between products but are explained in detail on the package labels. It is important that you follow these instructions carefully.

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