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Michael from Clarksville, Arkansas writes

What products do I need to pretreat my new slab for a new home? Is it the same treatment a pro would use?

Answer:

You could definitely use a liquid termiticide  and apply with a hose end sprayer for a pre-treat application if you have nothing larger to use.  The products are the same as those used by professionals. Some of our customers also use a 5 gallon bucket and pour the 5 gallons over 50 square foot sections which will be much faster than using a hand pump sprayer which comes out slowly.  It is very important to apply more around the perimeter edges of the slab, around plumbing pipes that will come through the slab, and along expansion joints if you know where they will be.  Since these are the more likely entry points of termites you want to make sure you treat more heavily around these areas.  You should take general precautions when applying any product which would be to wear gloves, protect your eyes if it is windy, and treat only in the designated area where your slab will be poured.

Answer last updated on: 12/01/2013

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