Termites are an extremely dangerous pest when it comes to your home. Maintaining termite prevention practices and scheduling termite treatment at the first sign of an infestation are the best ways to protect your home’s foundation from serious and costly damage. Below is a helpful list of ways termite treatment can protect your home and restore your peace of mind.

4 Ways to Protect Your Home From Termites

1. Remove Moisture

The first way to ward off termites is by removing available moisture, since this is what termite colonies need to thrive and grow. Common places for collected moisture include exterior air conditioning units, pipes, and even leaking faucets.

2. Replace Failing Materials

Replacing failing materials that allow for moisture and termites to make their way into a home. This includes replacing old weather stripping and examining your roof for rotting shingles, as well as deteriorating soffits and fascia. Don’t forget to pay attention to areas around your home’s foundation, keeping an eye out for loose mortar, a key entering point for termites.

3. Be Mindful of Wood

Since termites are only attracted to a home when their food source (wood) is touching the soil they live, keeping wood materials from resting against the side of your home’s foundation is a key part of maintaining a successful termite treatment plan. As a good rule of thumb, firewood should be stored away from your home’s exterior and elevated at least six inches from the ground. Additionally, keep a watchful eye on wooden components of your home, such as window and door frames, for visible changes.

4. Contact a Professional

In addition to these termite prevention techniques, it’s also a good idea to schedule an inspection with a licensed professional once a year. During the initial inspection, they can provide termite treatment in the form of a chemical spray to ward off future termites. If termites are already present, they’ll spread this chemical to each other and perish. After the initial treatment, continuing to schedule annual inspections helps ensure new termites are not making their way into your home.

The professionals at Aardwolf Termite & Pest Control Inc in Jefferson County, AL, help keep homes free from pests. In addition to termite treatments, they also offer rodent removal, mold remediation, and roach control, allowing you to restore your comfort and peace of mind at home. Call (205) 338-6615 to schedule an appointment. You can also visit their website to learn more about their critter control and foundation repair offerings.