Since termites are a constant threat to your home, here are some things you can do during the year to help maintain the effectiveness of The Bee Safe Pest Control termite treatment plan.

What Can You Do to Help Protect Your Home?
Small steps make a big difference. Start by eliminating food and moisture conditions around your home. These simple steps will deter termites, making your home a less volatile target.

Eliminate Moisture Problems

• Repair leaking faucets, water pipes, and a/c units
• Divert water from foundation
• Keep gutters and down-spouts clean
• Ventilate crawl spaces
• Remove excessive plant cover and wood mulch
• Get rid of standing water on roof
• Keep all vents clear and open
• Seal entry points around water and utility lines or pipes
• Remove Food Sources
• Keep firewood, lumber, or paper away from foundation or crawl space
• Get rid of stumps and debris near house
• Place screens on outside vents
• Check decks and wooden fences for damage
• Wood on your home shouldn’t contact the soil

Warning Signs
Some indications you may have termites include:

• A temporary swarm of winged insects in your home or from the soil around your home.
• Any cracked or bubbling paint or frass (termite droppings).
• Wood that sounds hollow when tapped.
• Mud tubes on exterior walls, wooden beams, or in crawl spaces.
• Discarded wings from swarmers.