Termite complications in Arizona (window, painting, ceiling, apartment)

[Cida]

I have a long-standing termite problem in Arizona. Possibly I have a stubborn case, or possibly the exterminator (who's very cautious about excessive chemicals use) isn't being aggressive enough.


I've just discovered that there's possibly quite a bit of damage in a high ceiling, along with window trim below, and it seems like a frighteningly complex problem to deal with - especially because I'm sort of money and don't know any real experts.

Has anyone dealt with this? It apparently involves removing the sheet to see what's going on, and then:
-replacing any wood
-treating the wood with Boracare or something to combat termites
-replacing the sheetrock
-re-hanging the chandelier
-painting

Is is possible to find one person who can do all this, or does it have to involve 3-4 guys with different trades?

[andrixx]

It would be better that you survey your pest control professional first. But first, you must know what kind of nasty termite you're dealing with. I've looked at some sites and I hope this would be helpful to you:

http://www.corkyspest.com/termites/drywood_termites.html


Good luck!

--Andrixx

[harry chickpea]

Free standing home or apartment? In Florida, houses are tented and then gassed. There is a new option of "cooking" the house to kill the bugs as well.

One person can usually do the type of construction work you describe, unless there are structural components that are damaged.