Won’t poles in the ground rot?
With today’s pressure-treating technology it is highly unlikely. In over 30 years in the industry we’ve spoken with every major pole builder in the country. We have yet to meet a builder who can state they have had a properly treated post rot off. Should you have concerns about the longevity of pressure-treated wood in the ground we offer Post Protectors and Plasti-Sleeves. These are a vinyl sleeve which isolates the lower portion of the column from the surrounding environment. From the University of California Integrated Pest Management Program on line: “The most effective method of chemically treating wood is through pressure treatment. Pressure-treated lumber is toxic to termites and discourages new kings and queens from establishing colonies in it.” Arsenic-free preservatives, such as Wolman Natural Select, render wood useless as a food source for termites and fungi. Engineers at the Good Housekeeping Institute have even deemed Wolmanized Outdoor wood to be worthy of the Good House
