How can I protect my home from future termite damage?

A Tale of Two Houses: The Termite Threat

On the outskirts of Oakwood town, there were two houses that stood next to each other. One was the Smith’s residence which was a perfect Victorian style residence with a well-groomed compound and a freshly painted house. The other was the Jones’ residence which was relatively old and painted with various peeling colors and a broken down porch.

The Jones family had started hearing strange noises from the walls and a musty smell in the house. They ignored it all thinking the old house was settling. But the problems continued. One day, when they were digging a hole in their compound, they found even more tunnels. They were termites.

On the other hand, the Smith family had been very careful with their house. They ensured that there were checks and repairs on every part of the home that could fit the description of a crack or a crevice. They even properly treated the wood used to construct their deck with a termite deterrent. Their house was free from termite.

The Jones family was taught the hard way about the necessity of termite control. A pest control company was brought in to manage the existing infestations and measures against future ones were implemented. They filled all the holes on the house’s foundation, fixed any leaks, and made sure trees were not planted too close to the building.

The renovations of the Jones' home progressed with time and very soon, it was so close to being as good as new. After observing the fate of their neighbors, the Smiths took further precautionary steps and were free from termites for several years.

Key takeaways from this story:

Regular inspections: Prevention is better than the cure when it comes to termite infestation, and one of the best ways of doing this is by monitoring any invasive activity on a regular basis.

Prevent moisture buildup: These insects such as termites or ones that are parasites would require water hence, they would find warm and moist places during the dry weather.

Seal entry points: A couple of repairs needs special forethought to make sure that termites do not find their way into the residence.

Call in the Professionals: Many times, enlisting the aid of a pest control expert may be a good alternative.