Bora-Care, a borate based termiticide/wood preservative, is applied during the dried-in stage of construction, prior to insulation, and regardless of weather. And construction crews do not need to leave the jobsite. This can help prevent scheduling delays.
In addition to termite protection, wood treated with Bora-Care provides superior protection against carpenter ants, powder post beetles, and all major wood-destroying insects. It also prevents mold and decay fungi. Pressure treated lumber and soil treatments can't do all this.
Southern Building codes listed- After extensive testing and proven results, the SBCCI lists Bora-Care as conforming with or as a suitable alternate to the Standard Building Codes. This will save builders money by reducing construction delays and eliminating unproductive time spent coordinating schedules with the pest control operator.
The "on-wood" treatment remains visible on the inside for a week or more until the insulation or wallboard is in place. On the exterior, the UV sensitive dye will begin to fade quickest where it has the most exposure to the sun. Typically the north side of the home remains visible longer. The dye is only added so that we can be sure we have complete coverage. Bora-Care, remains effective after the dye fades and continues to penetrate the wood until it reaches complete equilibrium within the wood. At this point it remains effective virtually forever and cannot be removed unless the wood is physically removed.
A proper treatment will look as if the entire house is dipped 2 ft deep in green colored Bora-Care, no matter how many studs and other wood members. Even the concrete foundation wall is treated.
Should you pre-treat? We experience a moderate to heavy amount of activity. See the Termite Probability Map to decide for yourself.
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All Wood Destroying Insect Treatments come with a standard one year warranty, with lifetime renewable option. We provide a FREE real estate inspection ($75 value) to the homebuyer when they sell their home.
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