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If you suspect that your home may have a termite problem, the first line of defense is to contact a pest control company. Professional exterminators possess the equipment and skills needed to eradicate these critters from your house. Before the termite inspection, though, there are several steps you’ll need to take to prepare. The experts at Empire Termite & Pest Control in Trenton, OH, have some helpful advice to make the process go as smoothly as possible. They say you should make the following preparations before the terminator arrives at your house. 

How to Prepare for a Termite Inspection

1. Clear Away Storage

Because your exterminator will be conducting a thorough inspection, make sure that any potentially affected areas are free of clutter. Clear the storage space beneath the kitchen and bathroom sinks, and remove anything that may be within two feet of your home. You may also need to clear two feet of space around the interior garage walls.

termite inspection2. Provide Attic Access

The exterminator may also need to check the attic, so clear away any blockages in advance. If the attic’s door is set inside a closet, simply remove any possessions to ensure that debris and insulation don’t disturb anything.

3. Clear Crawl Space

If your home is laid on an elevated foundation, the exterminator will need to enter the crawl space underneath to conduct a proper termite inspection. For this, you will need to remove anything on the exterior of the house that may be blocking access to the space.

During the inspection, the exterminator will look for visible signs that termites are present, including droppings, broken wings, and mud tubes, as well as damaged wood. They will also deduce possible access areas and inform you of problems that could worsen the termite infestation. From there, they’ll discuss possible termite treatments to eliminate the problem for good.

If you need to schedule a termite inspection, contact the professionals at Empire Termite & Pest Control in southwest Ohio. With this top-quality company, all services are discreet—our exterminator will arrive in an unmarked vehicle so that your neighbors have no idea you’re dealing with a potential pest problem. Visit the company’s website to learn more, or call (513) 267-1264 to schedule an appointment today.

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