Termite Protection for My Home

Dirty filters can lead to moisture buildup, which is a magnet for pests.

Do this everywhere, but especially behind cabinetry. Water shouldn’t be allowed to accumulate anywhere in or around your home.

Make sure all drain lines, such as air conditioner drainage lines, release water at least 12 inches away from the foundation.

A good caulk seal assures that even the smallest insects can’t enter your home.

Clearing out clutter and sealing cardboard boxes prevents pests from nesting inside them.

Store food in tightly sealed containers or in the refrigerator as this cuts off potential food sources for pests.

This eliminates a possible food source during a time period when pest activity increases.

If you can see light from around or under a door, then insects can gain access inside your home.

Repair torn screens as screens are a prime entry point for pests.

This keeps rodents and other pests from getting inside your roof or attic space.

Many insects and rodents follow power lines or climb conduits and pipes to get inside your home.

This helps discourage moisture buildup adjacent to your home.

This keeps ants and other pests from breeding under the buildup.

This helps keep ants, roaches and flies from feeding and breeding in the trash.

Worn weather stripping may be an avenue for pests to get inside your home.

This helps prevent rodent nesting or insect colonization.

Make sure water doesn’t puddle near the foundation or spray onto your home.