4/6/2018 0 Comments Termite FAQTermites are a common problem throughout the country. They can cause thousands of dollars of damage to your home in just a few months, and can cause issues throughout your home. Termites are spread throughout the world and there are number of different types of termites. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about termites. Can I Stop Termite from Getting in My Home? There are steps that you can take to stop termites from getting into your home. The first is just to keep your home in good repair. If your home is well sealed and does not have any areas with moist wood, you make it harder for termites to come in. Check your roof and crawlspace for weak areas. Look at the vents in your home and be sure that a grate is installed to keep the termites out of your home. What Happens to My Property After I Get Termites? When you find out that you have termites, you may be panicked at what it does to your property value. Once you treat the home for termites, and make the repairs, then your home should return to its previous value. You will need to continue to monitor your home and possibly have continued treatments. There are a few more steps to preparing to sell your home after termites. You will need to keep copies of the receipts for treatment and repairs to show they buyer when you sell your home. How Many Types of Termites Are in the United States? There are three main types of termites, subterranean, dampwood and drywood. Within those types are subspecies of termites. In the United States there are about forty-five different subspecies of active termites. In the world there are more than 2,000 different subspecies that have been identified. Termites tend to be active in specific regions, and it is important to know the types in your area so you can watch for signs of them. How Can I Tell if Termites are on My Property? There are signs of termites that you may see around your property including dead wood that has signs of damage. Mud tubes on your foundation or termite mounds depending on where you live. There are monitoring systems that you can install that you can check regularly to see if you have any termite activity on your property. If you detect termites, you can begin treatment. Can I Treat Termites on My Own? There are termite treatments that are available at the stores, but because termites can just move to another section of your home if disturbed but not treated completely, it is best to have treatments done professionally. This way you can be sure that the termites are completely eliminated and that any damage that they may do to your home is stopped.
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