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5 PLACES IN YOUR HOME THAT TERMITES LOVE onswat.com
5 PLACES IN YOUR HOMETHAT TERMITES LOVE
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Termites like several places in your home.They don't need to live inside pieces of wood -
they just need access to it for food.
Anything made of wood and in close proximityto your home could provide an ideal nestinglocation for termites.
(WOODEN STRUCTURES)
Decking and Wooden sheds are examples ofwooden structures that should be checked fora possible termite infestation.
(WOODEN STRUCTURES)
It provides termites with the food they need,but it also serves as a source of protectionand moisture.
(WOOD MULCH)
Can be found in flower beds located directlybeside your property.
(WOOD MULCH)
These are sheltered locations within your homewhere termites cannot only get easy access towood, but they're also hidden from view.
(CRAWL SPACES)
Even the tiniest crawl space can providetermites with an ideal breeding ground,sheltered from any external predatorsand the elements.
(CRAWL SPACES)
Hollow construction blocks and cracks incement near expansion joints provide termiteswith the perfect way to gain access to theinterior of your property.
(EXPANSION JOINTS)
Contrary to popular belief, termites cannot"smell" wood, but once they locate any they'llkeep following it until they consume theavailable supply of food.
(EXPANSION JOINTS)
If possible, avoid keeping any amount offirewood inside your home. You should alsocheck deadwood, even the ornamental pieces,you might have lying around forsigns of infestation.
(FIREWOOD)
