Creating A Lovely Home

Insects of any type can be a problem in your home, but termites are especially annoying because they also eat away at wood structures. These insects can be difficult to get under control and need to be removed from your home and landscaping. Here are some tips that can help you keep your termite problems under control:

1. Keeping Moisture Out To Keep Termites From Coming In

One of the main causes of many insect problems is excess moisture. This can be due to many different problems, such as pipe leaks, roof damage and other causes of moisture. To ensure that the termites do not thrive in your home, you want to make sure that moisture problems get repaired quickly to keep the insects out. This is something that not only works for termites, but can also help control problems with roaches and other insects that can survive in moist, humid environments.

2. Avoid Using Organic Materials Like Mulch Near The Foundation Of Your Home

In addition to moisture, organic materials that insects feed on can contribute to your termite problem. The obvious materials you will want to get rid of are rotten wood and timber. In addition, avoid using things like mulch and bark ground cover near the foundation of your home. This can lead to the insects getting the moisture and food they need, and quickly coming back into your home. If you have areas like flowerbeds that need ground cover, use gravel and other non-organic materials to keep the insects away.

3. Keep Wood And Other Materials Attached To Your Home, Off The Ground

Wood and other materials that are near your home can also be a problem. Do not allow any wood materials to touch the ground; where they can quickly become moist and an ideal environment for termites and other insects. If you have areas like decks with a lot of wood, consider modern alternatives like composite lumber, steel beams and columns that are not made of timber materials. For columns, a good solution can be to build masonry supports, which can also be treated for termites to keep these insects away from the wood in the structure.

These are some tips that can help rid your property of termites for good. If you have a termite problem in your home, contact a pest control service company like Ace Walco & Sons Termite & Pest Control to treat them and help with other solutions to keep them out of your home.