Your Guide to Control Termites at Home
While most homeowners are aware that termites are unwelcome visitors to their home, there are numerous misreading about the subterranean termites that most typically infest OKC homes. The harm that termites can cause is well-documented, yet many homeowners are unaware that in the vast majority of situations, costly damage can be avoided. See what you can do for termite treatment.
Recognizing the Warning Signs
In the United States, subterranean termites are frequent termite species. They are, unfortunately, one of the most destructive termite species on the planet. They love to reside in damp soil and creep beneath the surface in search of damp or rotting wood, which is their favorite diet.
If left to work for 18 months, subterranean termites can do around $3,000 in damage to a home. While this may appear to be a considerable period of time, subterranean termites are the most effective of all termite species.
It wouldn't be much of a problem if you could see termites nibbling away at the house inside. You'd notice them at work and act promptly to address the situation. In actuality, determining whether or not you have an infestation is nearly impossible. They'll dig beneath the earth, undetected, and make their way into the wood of your house, undetected, where they can silently nibble away at your home's wood, and causing damage for months or years.
Even if you can't see worker termites on the job, if you know what to look for, you might be able to notice other signs of subterranean termite activity. To spot a subterranean termite infestation, keep an eye or ear out for the following signs:
Swarmers (winged termites)
Mud tubes on external walls near the ground
Walls make clicking noises
Tightening up around windows and doors
If you notice any of these indicators, it's time to contact a professional. None of the do-it-yourself termite eradication solutions available on the Internet can ensure complete termite eradication. Furthermore, allowing the infestation to persist in regions where you may not be aware of it could result in significant harm.
Techniques for Effective Prevention
It doesn't imply you shouldn't strive to prevent termites just because you can't get rid of them. Because termites like moist, decaying wood, protecting the wood at home from moisture can help. Here are a few of the most effective methods for dealing with moisture on your property:
In basements and crawl spaces, use a dehumidifier.
Use gutters and downspouts to divert rainwater away from the house.
Keep an eye out for leaks in the pipes.
Maintain the lawn on a regular basis.
Clear your lawn of all wood-based debris, such as cardboard, leaf heaps, logs, and sticks.
While these techniques are useful in reducing termite attraction to your home, they work best when used in conjunction with other strategies such as avoiding soil-to-wood contact and storing firewood away from the house. Firewood should always be covered and stored at least 20 feet away from the home, off the ground. Also, use a pine straw, gravel, or rubber mulch buffer to keep dirt from coming into touch with the wood. This buffer should have a width of between 12 and 18 inches.
Apart from expert termite remedies for your Oklahoma City property, keep in mind that there are no surefire methods of termite protection. Professional assistance is the finest approach to safeguard your property from subterranean termites.
Rather than wasting time and money on home treatments and store-bought sprays, choose the option that guarantees a termite-free house. Call Mother Nature’s Pest & Lawn today to learn how our certified termite traps can help you avoid termite damage and termite treatment in the future.