Why Termite Bait Systems Beat Liquid Barriers for NW Florida Homes
Liquid termite barriers have been the industry standard for decades. But for homeowners in Northwest Florida — where Formosan and subterranean termites are both active — bait systems like Sentricon consistently outperform liquid treatments in long-term colony elimination. Here's why.
The Problem With Liquid Barriers in Sandy FL Soil
Liquid termiticides depend on creating a continuous chemical zone in the soil around your foundation. In NW Florida's sandy, porous soil, that barrier is harder to maintain — chemicals migrate, dilute with rainfall, and degrade faster than in denser soils found in other parts of the country.
A degraded barrier is an open invitation. And reapplication means more drilling, more chemicals, and more cost.
How Sentricon Uses the Colony Against Itself
Termites are social insects — they share food throughout the colony. Sentricon exploits this behavior. Worker termites find the bait stations, consume the active ingredient (noviflumuron), and carry it back to share with nestmates, soldiers, and ultimately the queen. Once the queen is eliminated, the colony collapses.
It's not a barrier — it's a biological elimination system.
The Environmental Advantage
Sentricon uses significantly less active ingredient than liquid treatments — measured in grams, not gallons. No injection into the soil, no drilling into slabs, no chemical runoff. For homeowners with wells, children, or pets, this matters.
Continuous Monitoring = Early Detection
Sentricon stations are checked regularly by Certified Specialists. If termite activity increases anywhere around your home, we know before it reaches your structure. Liquid treatments offer no such visibility — you don't know your barrier has failed until termites appear inside.
Who Should Consider Sentricon?
- New homeowners in Crestview, Niceville, Fort Walton Beach, and surrounding areas
- Homes with previous termite history
- Properties near wooded areas or with wood-to-soil contact
- Homeowners who want ongoing monitoring, not just a one-time application
- Anyone in an active Formosan termite zone (all of NW Florida qualifies)
Cadenhead Services is a Certified Sentricon Specialist serving Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Walton counties. FL License JB365. Call (850) 682-4333 to schedule your inspection.
