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Termite sealant materials are the basic component of termite membranes described above. Sealants are elastomeric, meaning they move with the structure without tearing, and are available in a caulk or spreadable formulation. When caulked around a plumbing penetration in a structure, termite sealant barriers adhere to both the pipe and the concrete.
One problem with termite shields is the gaps which exist at seams and at openings where steel reinforcing bars penetrate the metal shield. Since many species of subterranean termites can enter through openings >1/20 Inch (1.27 mm), these gaps must be sealed with a sealant known to block termites.
Thermite may be used for repair by the welding in-place of thick steel sections such as locomotive axle-frames where the repair can take place without removing the part from its installed location. [38] Thermite can be used for quickly cutting or welding steel such as rail tracks, without requiring complex or heavy equipment.
A termite bond is a type of agreement you can buy that guarantees termite prevention measures, typically provided by a home builder, individual or organization that handles termite control.
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The Sentricon Termite Colony Elimination System is a subterranean termite pest control product developed and manufactured by Corteva (Previously Dow AgroSciences). [1] It was introduced in 1995 as a termite baiting system and an alternative to liquid termicide soil barriers.
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A window screen (also known as insect screen, bug screen, fly screen, flywire, wire mesh, or window net) is designed to cover the opening of a window. It is usually a mesh made of metal, fibreglass , plastic wire, or other pieces of plastic and stretched in a frame of wood or metal.