If a home is infested with drywood termites, what is the recommended action?

When dealing with a drywood termite infestation, fumigation is considered the most effective treatment method. Drywood termites live within the wood they infest and do not require contact with the soil, making them more challenging to eliminate through conventional treatments such as liquid termiticides. Fumigation involves enclosing the entire structure in a tent and introducing a gas that penetrates all areas, effectively reaching and eliminating termites in inaccessible spaces such as within walls and other wooden structures.

Applying liquid termiticides is generally more suitable for subterranean termite control, which requires different treatment strategies due to their lifestyle and habits. Sealing cracks and openings may help prevent future infestations but does not address the existing problem. Similarly, while removing wooden structures might eliminate some termites, it does not guarantee the entire colony is eradicated, especially if the infestation has already spread to inaccessible areas. Thus, fumigation stands out as the most comprehensive solution for eradicating drywood termites.