Termites
Don't Let Them Bug You!!
Following are nine Conducive Conditions from the "Texas Wood Destroying Insect Report" and Preventative Actions (PA) for a homeowner.
1. Heavy foliage in contact with the home - MOST COMMON
PA Trim back foliage about one foot from the home, especially vines.
2. Soil line to high relative to the foundation - VERY COMMON
PA If possible lower the soil line so 6 inches of the foundation is visible.
3. Planter box contacting the home - VERY CONDUCIVE
PA - If possible remove the planter box or consider treating the area.
4. Wood pile in contact with the home
PA Move all wood materials about one foot or further from the home.
5. Wooden fence in contact with the home
PA Remove the fence slat which contacts the house.
6. Wood to ground contact, i.e., wood decks, trellises, wood overhangs
PA Adjust or trim back items in contact with home at least a quarter of an inch.
7. Debris under or around the home
PA Clean up or move the debris at least one foot away from the home.
8. Excessive moisture near the home
PA Consider raising the soil line, improving the drainage and adding gutters.
9. Wood Rot on the home
PA Remove / replace the damaged materials & address any related issues.