Termites can cause significant damage to homes and structures. It is estimated that termites cause billions of dollars in damage to structures every year. Their colonies often go undetected as they grow in size and quietly eat away at wood. So how can you prevent termites?
- Termites are drawn to damp areas. Minimize moisture in and around your home by checking plumbing for leaks, making sure gutters drain away from your house, and grading the ground around the foundation of your home so that water drains away and does not pool.
- Keep firewood, lumber, and mulch away from the foundation of your home.
- Remove decaying tree stumps and wood from your yard.
- Check the foundation of your home, as well as around utilities, for gaps and cracks where pests may be able to enter. Seal all potential entry points.
- Ask your local, trusted pest control professional about termite control options for your home.
If you would like to learn more about termite control for your home or business, please contact us for a free inspection. We offer residential pest control and commercial pest control for the greater Capital District area including Albany, Schenectady, Saratoga and Rensselaer Counties.