zapatero

Brief background, for anyone who doesn't already know.  If you do already know, please skip to next paragraph.  That being, there are two types of termite control solutions, (at least that I am aware of).  The first, called a reticulation system, consists of pipes that are installed between and along the ground floor foundation beams.  These pipes, equipped with spray emitters, can be periodically fed with termicides to protect the base of the structure after construction has been completed.  The second is a baiting system, in which bait cannisters are implanted outside around the base of the structure.  Both systems are designed to kill termites; however the former relies more upon repelling, whereas the latter relies on attracting.  The bait is consumed and carried back to the colony, which it is claimed, to be destroyed by eventually killing the queen.

There is already plenty of knowledgeable discussion here in TV on reticulation-type systems, and also on solutions such as drilling holes in the floor and spraying the baseboards, etc.

May I please request that we confine this thread to baiting system solutions?

Specifically, I would like to know of anyone's successful experience with termite baiting systems in Thailand. More specifically, has anyone had any success with DIY baiting systems?  (The termite professionals that I have spoken with claim that their baiting systems are too complicated for DIY use.  Thus they won't sell them for DIY use, and instead quote outrageous prices for their own service.) What has been your experience?

Any insights greatly appreciated,
~~zapatero

Just wondering -- the price of new exercise equipment is so high, does anyone know of a place where one might buy used?  Specifically, I am looking for a rowing machine.

Thank you very much,
~~zapatero