What is the primary target of liquid termiticides?

The primary target of liquid termiticides is the soil surrounding the structure. Termiticides are specifically designed to create a protective barrier in the soil that prevents termites from entering a building. By treating the soil, pest control professionals ensure that any subterranean termites in the area face a barrier that disrupts their ability to reach wooden elements of the structure.

This method is particularly effective because it addresses the pathways through which termites usually invade buildings. Soil treatment helps to minimize infestations by creating a zone that deters or kills termites before they can cause damage to wood surfaces.

While protecting wood surfaces is an important aspect of overall termite management, it is the soil treatment that serves as the critical line of defense. Other options, such as basements or surface vegetation, do not address the primary route of entry for subterranean termites, which underscores why treating the soil is essential in termite control strategies.