Termites are a nuisance of no small measure as they can cause great damage to your house when left undetected. Thus, it is very important to schedule regular inspections with a termite company. A professional termite exterminator is trained to identify the places of termite infestation and to suggest appropriate control measures.

A termite company would be sure to take care of the termite infestation in your house but the homeowner also has a role to play in the process. Here are some things that your termite exterminator wants you to know:

1. Termite Control Is a Collaborative Process

Termites are persistent creatures and it is hard to get rid of them. Termites live in colonies and there might be 75,000 to 250,000 termites in a single colony. It is almost impossible to get rid of them all at once.

Usually, termite exterminators’ focus first on getting rid of the current infestation and then employ a tailored system to fully eliminate the infestation. Do not choose cheap one-time solutions since the infestation will most likely come back without quality treatment.

Also, after getting rid of the infestation, the termite exterminator will give some advice to keep termites away in the future as well. It is important to follow this advice to reduce the chances of an infestation recurring.

2. “Out of Sight, Out of Mind” Doesn’t Apply Here

Not seeing termites or signs of the infestation doesn’t mean that you don’t have a termite infestation. Termites thrive in cold and damp places which are oftentimes inaccessible. Attics, basements and crawl spaces are some favourite places for termite proliferation.

Scheduling regular termite inspection with a professional termite control company is the best way to ensure that you don’t have an infestation in your property. The professional from the company will ensure proper inspection of the whole area and will provide a suitable solution if a termite infestation is found.

3. Call the Termite Control Company as Soon as You Spot the Termites

Termites are notoriously hard to spot. Spotting them means that the infestation is getting out of control. Hence, if you notice mud tubes or live termites, call the termite control company and schedule an appointment with a termite exterminator immediately.

Most people tend to clear out the mud tubes or try DIY termite control measures but these aren’t effective in getting rid of the termites. The termite colony will simply shift to another part of your house and this might make them harder to spot. Let the professionals handle it instead!

4. Thinking of Home Additions? Consult with a Termite Exterminator First

Add-ons are the go-to choice for expanding home spaces but consider consulting with the termite exterminator before starting the process.

Pouring new concrete over old concrete creates a seam through which termites can easily gain access to your home. Treating the soil or studs before the add-on process will reduce the chances of a termite infestation. Also, there should be enough space for the exterminator to visually inspect your foundation.

5. Inform Your Neighbours if You Have a Termite Infestation

Though termite colonies are limited in the area that they cover, there is still a chance of the neighbour’s house getting infested by termites especially if there is swarming. Hence, it is important to notify your neighbours when there is a termite infestation in your home.

If your neighbour’s house has a termite infestation, know what to do by reading our blog.

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