DIY Termite Prevention Tips

DIY Tips to prevent a termite problem from destroying your home. 

Follow these SIMPLE Termite Prevention Tips and you will help avoid Termites.

EXCESS VEGETATION -

As greenery rots it attracts termites. Clear dead trees, bushes and stumps from surrounding area.

WOOD PILES - 

Any wood piles can draw in termites. After feeding on piles of wood close by termites will then migrate to your home. Keep wood at least 20 feet away from your home, and never lay it directly on the ground. Allow at least 5 inches of clearance from ground surface.

BRANCHES ON ROOFS -

Tree branches touching the rooftop are not only a pathway for Termites, but most all other pests. Rodents gain easy access from hanging branches. Trim back any branches left hanging onto the roof or along any part of a structure. Shrubs and branches in contact with a structure are notorious for giving easy access to pests.

GUTTER BUILD UP - 

Clogged gutters gather excess moisture and can soften or rot roofs. Termites will penetrate your home through these soft spots. Clean rain gutters regularly to help avoid this termite problem. Watch for rotten wood, replace any you find.

MULCH - 

Scattered wood chips retain moisture impart attracting termites. The moist wood chips are an attractive food source, largely for dampwood termites. Keep mulch a distance away from your home to help avoid a problem from stemming, 15 inches will suffice. Check for excess moisture, and sitting water.

Termite Prevention

Termite prevention should be applied all year long especially in the Spring, and Summer months when termites begin to swarm. Even though humidity and warm temperatures are favored by termites, be proactive in keeping them away from your home or business all year long. Practice these simple DIY Termite Prevention Tips at home and you will drastically lower your chances of a Termite Problem. If you find you have an active Termite Infestation calling a Black Knight Termite professional is recommended. Scheduling a Termite Inspection is the ideal way to find out exactly what type of termite, and to what extent your infestation has grown. Termites can be stressful, but with the right Termite Control Company on your side termites can be handled effectively, with little hassle from the homeowner.  

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