Anti-Termite Treatment by Slab Drilling and Chemical Injection

Anti-Termite Treatment by Slab Drilling and Chemical Injection

This method is used to protect buildings from termite infestations, especially after construction. Here’s how it works:

1. Drilling Holes in the Slab:
   Small holes are drilled at regular intervals (about 1 to 1.5 feet apart) along the inside edges of walls, floors, and expansion joints. These holes go through the concrete slab to reach the soil underneath.

2. Chemical Injection:
   A liquid termiticide (anti-termite chemical) is injected into the holes under pressure. This chemical creates a barrier in the soil that kills or repels termites and prevents them from entering the building.

3. Sealing the Holes:
   After the chemical is injected, the holes are sealed with cement or a suitable filler to restore the surface.

Purpose:
This treatment is mainly done as a post-construction anti-termite measure when there are signs of infestation or as a preventive treatment in high-risk areas.