Bahrain has introduced a new regulation mandating pest control for all new projects to prevent termite infestations and enhance the structural integrity of buildings.
The rule is also part of the government’s broader efforts to reduce the financial burden of repairs caused by the tenacious white ant-like insects that are notorious for eating their way into wood and other cellulose-based materials, compromising the stability of properties over time.
Termite attacks are common in the Gulf region, including in Bahrain, owing to the countries’ hot and humid climate.
