Pest Library
Termites
 Subterranean Termites |
 Drywood Termites |
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 Orkin
Man’s 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 attractive 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
- 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.
Some indications you may have termites include:
