Every homeowner’s worst nightmare is a termite infestation. They can wreak havoc on your home if they go unnoticed for too long. If you have recurring termite infestation, there might be something about your home that is attracting them without you being aware of it. Knowing what attracts termites in the first place is a great way to keep them from coming back again. Knock Em Out Pest Control is here to talk about some of the things that can attract termites to your home so you can avoid these problematic areas.
Are Termites Attracted to Anything?
Termites are going to be looking for prime places to set up their colonies. They will be looking for a food source and moisture. If there is any wood around that has been damaged by water in any way, it will most definitely attract termites. Here are some things that you should be mindful of on your property to avoid attracting these insects unintentionally.
– Mulch: While mulch can help your property look amazing and your flower bed pop, you should know that mulch can attract termites. You should never have mulch anywhere near your home. This is asking for those pests to come calling. Mulch is made of wood and is almost always moist, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone that termites are attracted to it.
– Foliage: Many people have foliage near their homes. When foliage is touching your house, it can become a problem with termites. They will first, start out in the foliage, and then will gradually move on to your home when they run out of their food source. Keep your foliages trimmed and neat. You shouldn’t allow foliage to come into contact with your home.
– Tree Stumps: One of the biggest motivations to remove dead tree stumps from your property shouldn’t be the way they look, but the fact that they are more than likely attracting unwanted pests to your property like termites.
– Gutters: If you haven’t cleaned out your gutters in some time, you might want to put that on your spring cleaning list. When your gutters are filled with leaves, twigs and other debris, it creates the ideal conditions for pest infestations, including termites. The water will pool up and cause damage to the edges of your roof. This is the type of wood that termites find the most desirable.
– Cracks: It doesn’t take much of an opening or crack for termites to get into your home. Pay attention to cracks on your foundation, walls, and openings near your roof.
Termite Inspections & Treatment
If you have seen signs of termite activity near your home, you can turn to Knock Em Out Pest Control to help you get rid of any termites that might be infesting your home. We will keep your home safe from the destruction that they bring. Call us today!
