Pre-construction treatment
This is done while the building is being built, before the floors are laid. The soil in the foundation pits, around the plinth and under the floor area is treated with termiticide in stages, creating a chemical barrier between the soil and the building. In India this is described in the Indian Standard IS 6313 (Part 2). It is the most complete protection, because the barrier sits under the whole building. Smile Pestcare carries out pre-construction treatment for new construction projects in Hyderabad.
Post-construction treatment
This is for buildings that are already built and lived in, which is most homes and flats. Because the floor cannot be lifted, holes are drilled along the skirting and wall joints, termiticide is injected into the soil and wall joints below, and the holes are sealed. IS 6313 (Part 3) covers treatment of existing buildings. Our Ex-Termite™ treatment uses this drill-fill-seal method, with 12mm holes drilled at 1-foot intervals and a written warranty of 1 to 5 years.
Which one do you need?
If you are building or planning to build, get pre-construction treatment done at the foundation stage. It is far easier to do then than later. Smile Pestcare provides pre-construction anti-termite treatment for new homes, villas and buildings across Hyderabad: call or WhatsApp us before the foundation work starts so we can plan the treatment stages with your builder. If you already live in the building, or see signs of termites, post-construction treatment is the right choice.
Do new flats need treatment?
Even if the building had pre-construction treatment, new modular kitchens, wardrobes and wooden flooring added later can still be attacked. If you notice mud tubes or hollow-sounding wood, get an inspection.
Why the chemical matters
Modern treatments use non-repellent termiticides. Termites cannot detect them, so they pass through the treated zone and carry the chemical back to the colony, instead of simply avoiding the area and finding another way in.
Need help with this?
See our anti-termite treatment service, or book a free inspection anywhere in Hyderabad.