How to Remove Termites From Your House

Even if you live in the city, termites can be a problem. Termites are everywhere—even indoors—and they’re attracted to moisture and wood. While they don’t transmit disease and won’t hurt people or pets, termites can cause serious damage to your home if left untreated. Here’s how to get rid of them:

Call an exterminator

If you find any signs of termites in your home, call an exterminator immediately. Termites are a serious problem that should not be taken lightly. They can cause significant damage to your house if left untreated and even potentially lead to the collapse of some structures. You may think it’s a good idea to try and treat the infestation yourself, but this is rarely the case—it’s much safer and more effective to let a professional handle the situation.

Eradicate moisture from your house

If you want to get rid of the termites in your house, you’ll need to eradicate the moisture that they love so much. Termites love wet wood and can’t resist it. If there’s standing water in your home, it’s a good idea to remove it as soon as possible. You can do so by repairing leaky pipes or by removing any standing water in gutters and downspouts. It’s also important to check for cracks or leaks around windows, doors, and even rooflines because these are common spots for termites to enter your home.

Set up traps for termites

You may think you’re safe from termites when your home is made of concrete, but these pesky bugs can still find a way to get in. Set up traps for termites to prevent them from doing so and keep tabs on how many are in your area.

What are termite traps?

Termite traps are devices that detect the presence of termites so you can take action before they do major damage to your house. They come in various sizes and shapes depending on where they need to be placed within the home. Like they can be placed above the ground (outside), below ground (under the slab), or inside homes near wood structures that are susceptible to infestation by termites (such as windowsills).

Inspect your wooden furniture

Termites are not only attracted to wooden structures and floors, but they also love wooden furniture. If the furniture is not kept in a dry place and away from moisture, termites will be able to attack it easily.

To check for termites in your wooden furniture:

• Check the wood for signs of termite damage (e.g., holes/nibbled areas). Call an exterminator immediately if you see any evidence of a bug infestation!
• Make sure an expert has properly inspected your home before buying new pieces of furniture or checking out secondhand stores. If there are signs that the previous owner had termites at all times when he owned the piece, then it’s best not to purchase it because even though you might be able to get rid of these nasty little critters eventually–you’ll probably want them gone right away!

Check your house for cracks or crevices

• Check your house for cracks or crevices. You can find termites by looking for discolouration or light shining through the wood. Look at window sills and door frames. Check the foundation of your house, as these bugs often enter through cracks in the soil.
• Use a flashlight to look for light shining through the wood on your garage, fence posts and decks.

Hoping that these tips helped you get a handle on your termite problem.