Don't set DIY bait stations without a plan
TL;DR: DIY bait stations create false confidence without proper monitoring plan. Improper placement wastes money—professional systems come with guarantees.
Why DIY bait stations fail
- No monitoring plan: Stations need monthly/quarterly checks, bait replenishment, and documentation—most homeowners forget or miss consumption signs.
- Wrong placement: Professionals use soil moisture, known activity zones, and strategic spacing—random placement rarely intercepts foraging termites.
- False security: Having stations feels protective, but without active feeding and monitoring, they do nothing.
- Delays real treatment: You waste months hoping baits work while colony continues damaging your home.
What to do instead
- Review how bait systems work to understand the commitment—it's not "set and forget."
- Compare all treatment options—baits, liquid barriers, fumigation—based on your situation.
- Request inspection or call (833) 404-3632 for professional bait system with warranty, monitoring, and guaranteed results.
DIY baits for prevention only: In areas with no current activity, DIY stations may provide early warning. For active infestations, always use professional treatment.
Quick answers
- Why do professional bait systems cost more?
- Includes expert placement, regular monitoring, bait replenishment, and warranty. DIY stations miss all these—you just have hardware with no plan.
- Can't I just check the bait myself?
- Most homeowners check irregularly or miss consumption signs. Professionals inspect monthly/quarterly, adjust placement, and document patterns.