In the previous post, we had talked about identifying the warning signs of termites, so that necessary actions for termite treatment can be taken. Now, in this post, continuing on the same theme, we would look at what all the methods that can be adopted to protect the home from the termite attack.
It is said that even small actions can play an important role in achieving certain task, especially when it comes to termite prevention. So, here are those small steps, which will make big difference in controlling the infestation of the pest.
The first step is the most important one, in which you have to eliminate the moisture and food for termites. Here are certain ways to do so:
Easy ways to control moisture problems:
To control moisture is really one of the difficult tasks, and that is why it is easy for termites to spread. With simple precautions and adopting certain habits, it gets easy to control the termites. Here are some of those:
If there is any leakage in the water supply system, then immediately make the repairs. You should pay specific attention towards leaking faucets, water pipes, and A/C units.
Avoid the water source from the foundation of the building. If the water source I there from the foundation only, then find out ways to divert the water.
Cleanliness is also an important aspect. You ought to keep the gutters and downspouts to make sure that there is no space for the termites to breed & travel.
If there is excess plant cover or wood mulch, then it is ideal to remove it.
In case, the water gets stagnant on the roof of the building, then that is also one of the major sources of termites to breed. You have to strictly ensure that there is proper drainage of the water and stagnancy shouldn't be there.
On regular intervals, give a look to all the vents in the house. Make sure that the vents are open & clear.
Also, keep a check on the entry points of the water source, for instance, the utility lines or pipes should be properly sealed.
Easy ways to remove food sources of termites:
After the water sources, let us look at certain aspects to remove the food sources for termites.
We know that the foundation of the building is the main source of termites to breed. Make sure that there is no firewood, timber, or paper near the crawling space or foundation.
If there is any debris or stumps near the property, then it should be removed immediately.
The outside vents should be properly covered with screens.
If possible, make your best that any sort of wood is not in contact with the soil.
Along with these, you must keep a check on the decks and wooden fences to see if there is any damage. If there is any damage or warning sign, then you may call pest exterminators for immediate termite inspection.
It is said that even small actions can play an important role in achieving certain task, especially when it comes to termite prevention. So, here are those small steps, which will make big difference in controlling the infestation of the pest.
The first step is the most important one, in which you have to eliminate the moisture and food for termites. Here are certain ways to do so:
Easy ways to control moisture problems:
To control moisture is really one of the difficult tasks, and that is why it is easy for termites to spread. With simple precautions and adopting certain habits, it gets easy to control the termites. Here are some of those:
If there is any leakage in the water supply system, then immediately make the repairs. You should pay specific attention towards leaking faucets, water pipes, and A/C units.
Avoid the water source from the foundation of the building. If the water source I there from the foundation only, then find out ways to divert the water.
Cleanliness is also an important aspect. You ought to keep the gutters and downspouts to make sure that there is no space for the termites to breed & travel.
If there is excess plant cover or wood mulch, then it is ideal to remove it.
In case, the water gets stagnant on the roof of the building, then that is also one of the major sources of termites to breed. You have to strictly ensure that there is proper drainage of the water and stagnancy shouldn't be there.
On regular intervals, give a look to all the vents in the house. Make sure that the vents are open & clear.
Also, keep a check on the entry points of the water source, for instance, the utility lines or pipes should be properly sealed.
Easy ways to remove food sources of termites:
After the water sources, let us look at certain aspects to remove the food sources for termites.
We know that the foundation of the building is the main source of termites to breed. Make sure that there is no firewood, timber, or paper near the crawling space or foundation.
If there is any debris or stumps near the property, then it should be removed immediately.
The outside vents should be properly covered with screens.
If possible, make your best that any sort of wood is not in contact with the soil.
Along with these, you must keep a check on the decks and wooden fences to see if there is any damage. If there is any damage or warning sign, then you may call pest exterminators for immediate termite inspection.
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