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Termites are one of the most destructive infestations you can have in your home. These small pests can annihilate wooden furniture and eat away at the foundation of your home, compromising its structural integrity. Although termites can be active during any season, it’s during the warm spring and summer months when they begin to swarm. While you can’t stop termites from swarming in your area, you can keep them from entering your home.

Below, the local exterminators from Copter Pest Control in Enterprise, AL, share their tips for keeping termites out of your home this warm weather season: 

1. Keep Vegetation & Bushes Away From Your Home

A bush or small garden that grows against the side of your home looks great, but it can also become a haven for termites. If you don’t have any trees or piles of wood in your yard or lawn, termites may take to hiding in these bushes. Try to keep bushes and vegetation at least a few feet from your house to keep them from entering.

2. Seal Out Moisture

All creatures need water, and termites are no exception. Because these pests are so tiny, they only need a small puddle to survive. You can deter these insects from nesting in and around your home by preventing puddles, closing holes, and sealing your indoor water pipes against leaks.

3. Remove Food Sources

Any old or decaying wood on your property can become a banquet for these cellulose-loving bugs. To avoid attracting termites to your home, remove any old stumps, branches, and piles of firewood on your lawn or in your yard.

4. Contact a Residential Pest Control Company

If you suspect you have a termite infestation, the only way to confirm and correct it is by hiring a professional pest control service. A pest control company will send an exterminator to inspect your home for nests or signs of wood damage. Once confirmed, they will provide solutions to eliminate these bugs and prevent further infestations.

If you need pest control services for termites or other insects, contact Copter Pest Control by calling (334) 347-2430. For more information on their services and the pests they specialize in, visit them online.

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