A common but good piece of advice about avoiding termite problems is removing dead wood, dying trees, and other termite wood temptations off your yard. However, there is another temptation for subterranean termites: wet soil. Subterranean termites are a highly invasive and destructive species that are drawn to moist soil.
Whether a storm turns your yard into a swamp, or a small water source is creating a localized wet patch of ground near your house, both conditions invite termites into your home. Keep your property near your house well-drained with these six suggestions:
Fix leaking plumbing. Plumbing that's leaking into the soil isn't always easy to spot. However, if your water bills are higher than normal, you could have a leak. Note your
Whether a storm turns your yard into a swamp, or a small water source is creating a localized wet patch of ground near your house, both conditions invite termites into your home. Keep your property near your house well-drained with these six suggestions:
Fix leaking plumbing. Plumbing that's leaking into the soil isn't always easy to spot. However, if your water bills are higher than normal, you could have a leak. Note your