Termite Reticulation Systems, Pros and Cons

Termite reticulation system refills will have to be done every 3 to 5 years. And this time frame is variable depending on the active chemical used in the system. The environment around a house is another factor that determines the time between refills.

A termite reticulation system is a series of pipes around a structure. Once the system is installed it is filled with the Termiticide of choice.

As your local pest control professionals in the Philippines, we will give advice on the best termite barrier for your property.

There are many different types of termite barriers that can be installed to protect a home. They all are good if installed correctly and regularly monitored.

Remember there is no silver bullet where termites are concerned. All termite barriers can be breached, regardless of what your termite company tells you.

The termite reticulation system has been around for many years. A reticulation system is just one of many ways to help stop termites from causing damage. They can be installed for new homes and existing homes.

Choosing the right termite barrier system for your home is important. Your termite expert should give all options available. And explained the benefits of each.

PROS:

A termite reticulation system refill is easy to complete and there is no real maintenance necessary. Depending on the type of chemical in the system, They can also be relatively cheap to refill. A Termiticide such as Fipronil is expensive and this will push up the cost of refilling.

After a system has been installed there is no more digging required during the refill intervals.

CONS:

Once a termite reticulation system has been fully installed. There is no real way of checking it years down the track. When a refill is carried out there can be no guarantee that the chemical is where it’s meant to be.

There could be a blockage in the pipework or maybe a prior homeowner damaged it whilst gardening. There is just no real way of knowing, whether the system is working properly after it’s been installed.

One other problem with a termite reticulation system. Is that no other termite company can give a warranty when refilling the system. No termite professional can give a full warranty on a system they didn’t install.

Are There Any Warranty/Guarantee?

The only guarantee that can be applied is that the chemical used is the correct one for the system and that it’s been applied at the right pressures. Each system will have a certain pressure requirement that the chemical has to be applied at. If the pressures are over-done there is a chance that the system will rupture somewhere. If the system ruptures the chemical will not get through to all of the pipes leaving areas exposed to termites.

It is very important that the company refilling a reticulation system knows the make and the pressures before a refill is carried out. This is why a full termite inspection of the property has to be completed before a refill can take place.

A form has to be signed by the homeowner giving the authorisation to refill another companies system. The form clearly states that NO GUARANTEE can be given on the system itself, ONLY the chemical being reapplied and the pressure it’s applied at.  This is a very grey area that not many termite companies will fully disclose to their customers.

When a company that initially installed the barrier system goes broke or closes down. A new termite barrier system will have to be installed for a FULL warranty to commence with a new pest control company.

CONCLUSION

Well by now you should be a bit better informed about termite reticulation systems.  And also the pros and cons of them.  These systems are not for everyone. And as mentioned at the start of this blog there is no silver bullet for termites. No matter which termite barrier gets installed around a home. It will always need regular inspections.

Don’t be fooled into thinking your place is safe just because it’s now protected by a barrier system.

To get an accurate quote on the installation of a termite barrier. You will first have to have a termite inspection carried out. During the inspection, the termite technician will be able to work out a total cost. The quote is then emailed to the customer along with the termite inspection report.

Always read the report and the quote thoroughly if there is anything you don’t understand call the company and ask. Don’t leave it until it’s too late. Get a termite barrier system installed around your home. Termites cause damage to ALMOST EVERY HOMES IN THE PHILIPPINES.  When in doubt call us at 0927.365.2847