When building a new house, and in such an area as Chiangmai where termites are abundant does anybody have practical (non chemical) techniques to keeping the buggers away (or at least at bay)?
I have read a lot of information in regards to baiting, preventative methods of the house itself, but wanted to know if anyone has had practical experience when actually building?
I am thinking of building the foundation with a insulating material the depth of the stem wall could be anywhere up to 90cm and so needs filling(if i can get an insulating material that stops the termites im onto a winner)!
Im thinking along the lines of getting flashing, or aggregate that termites cannot borough through, and maybe a cap or mesh to make sure the buggers wont take hold of my house, can anyone advise?
I understand water inlets like plumbing can also be a problem as well as crawl spaces, again does anybody have info on the practical remedies of keeping the house standing?
The stem wall will be built with durox blocks filled in as specified above (unless otherwise mentioned) with a rubble trench foundation that has its own drainage.
cheers for any possible light on this confusing issue?