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What do they use to kill subterranean termites?

17 years ago

A termite inspector tells me his company uses a tobacco based product to get rid of subterranean termites. I have an organic garden against the house so I'd like to know how safe it is to have this tobacco stuff in the ground. He said it's safe but looking online I found a link that said tobacco for termite control has been "cancelled" and is no longer used. Now I'm really confused, is he planning on using a banned substance?

What do most termite companies use to get rid of subterranean termites?

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