How Foam Treatment Works:

Identification of Infestation: A pest control professional will first identify areas of active termite infestation inside your home. This might involve looking for signs like:

1. • Mud tubes 

   • Damaged wood  

   • Frass (termite droppings) 

   • Hollow-sounding wood 

   • Swarmers (winged reproductive termites)                                                                                                                                                                                                    Drilling Access Points: To apply the foam, small, inconspicuous holes (usually around the size of a pencil tip) are drilled into the infested areas. These holes are typically drilled into:  

   • Wall voids: Often near baseboards, window frames, or areas where termite activity is suspected.

   • Directly into infested wood: If termite galleries are accessible.

   • Behind electrical outlets or plumbing access points: To reach wall voids.

Foam Application: A specialized foaming agent is mixed with a liquid termiticide. This mixture is then injected into the drilled holes using a specialized applicator.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Expansion and Coverage: The key benefit of foam is its ability to expand significantly (up to 30:1 depending on the product). This allows the termiticide to reach and coat a larger surface area within the wall voids and termite galleries, including areas that are difficult to access with liquid sprays alone.  

Termite Elimination: The termiticide in the foam kills termites through contact and ingestion. Non-repellent termiticides are often used in foam treatments. These are particularly effective because termites don't detect the chemical and unknowingly crawl through it, picking up the insecticide on their bodies and potentially transferring it to other termites in the colony.  

Residual Effect (Limited): Some foams can leave a residual effect, providing continued protection for a limited time within the treated area. However, foam treatments are primarily designed to eliminate existing infestations rather than provide long-term preventative barriers like some soil treatments.  

Sealing Access Points: After the treatment is complete, the small drill holes are usually sealed with a color-matching caulk or plug, making them barely noticeable.

• Effectiveness Depends on Access: The success of foam treatment relies on accurately locating termite activity and being able to access those areas by drilling. Hidden colonies may be missed.

• Not for Extensive Infestations: For widespread or severe infestations throughout a structure, other treatment methods like 

• Wood Replace & Repairs, Fumigation for Dry wood termites or whole-house liquid treatments for Subterranean Termites might be more appropriate.

• May Require Multiple Applications: Depending on the extent of the infestation, follow-up treatments might be necessary.

In summary, foam treatment is a valuable tool for managing interior termite infestations, particularly in localized areas and hard-to-reach voids. It offers targeted application and good coverage within those areas. However, it's crucial to have a thorough inspection by a qualified Termite inspector to determine the extent of the infestation and the most appropriate treatment strategy for your specific situation.