Control Method of Drywood & Dampwood Termites
All drywood and dampwood termite control methods can be categorized as either whole-structure or localized.
Whole-Structure vs. Localized Treatment
Whole structure treatment is defined as the simultaneous treatment of accessible and inaccessible infestations within a structure. A localized or spot treatment is more restrictive and is often applied to a single board or small group of boards. You can buy a do-it-yourself termite treatment place kit available to apply on a smaller localized areas.
However, you need to weigh off between the whole-structure and spot treatments when deciding which method to select because all treatment methods are not equivalent. Whole-structure treatments have an advantage over spot treatments in that they are not detection dependent. This means whole-structure treatments, if applied properly, can eliminate all infestations, even hidden ones.
With the unreliability of current detection methods, there is always some doubt as to the extent of drywood termite colony boundaries within homes. Consequently, one can never be sure that all infestations have been treated.