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Attention all Lyttelton homeowners! There is a lurking threat in the shadows of your beautiful home of Lyttelton. That lurking threat being termites. These tiny terrors can wreak havoc on the wooden structures of your homes and other property and cause extensive damage if not checked on time. This article throws light upon various effective strategies for termite control and helps you in keeping the little critters at bay.
Understanding what we are up against helps in effectively combating termites. Termites are insects that eat wood by the labour they provide through living in colonies. The following are two general types of which homeowners in Lyttelton should be aware of:
Subterranean termites who assemble colonies underground, traveling into the home for a lunch of wood and Harvester termites who destroy your lawn, garden, plants and any other organic matter.
Spot the Signs: How to Identify a Termite Infestation
Learning the signs of termite activity can help in early intervention. Look for the following common signs of these insects:
Mud tubes: These are termite transportation systems-small mud tunnels along or even inside walls or foundations.
Hollow-sounding wood: Wood that sounds hollow is likely to be infected with termites when you knock against it.
Swarming termites: During spring, the time when winged termites emerge, one may also find discarded wings, showing signs of a mature colony.
Frass: the excrement of termites, which resembles much like wood shavings. And is a definite sign of an infestation.
Keeping Termites Away: Preventing Infestation
As always, prevention saves money on treatment. Below are the Following ways to make your home uninviting for termites:
Inspections: regularly inspect the home for signs and symptoms of termite activity
Control moisture: fix the leaks, clean the gutters and install dehumidifiers in places that receive high humidity.
Wood management: Firewood must be kept away from the house, and wooden structures are not supposed to touch the ground.
Seal entry points: Cracks or openings in the exterior must be sealed.
When to Call in the Professionals
Even by doing all this, there are cases where termites make their way in. This is where calling a pest control professional comes into the picture. These experts will provide:
Thorough inspections: Experts know where termites are hiding.
Treatments vary from external liquid based treatments to the more intensive options of drilling into the structures foundation when necessary. Preventative treatments will ensure that your structure remains intact without the presence of these wood destroying organisms.
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Dealing with termites may not be an ideal way to spend time, but early measures can save homeowners from significant stress and expense in the future. Individuals suspecting termite infestation in their homes should take urgent action. The best manner of dealing with this problem is by engaging the services of a pest control professional in your area.
Remember, your house is an important investment. Keep it termite-free, and for generations it will be strong and a secure place. Do not let these quiet invaders undermine the integrity of your Lyttelton castle!
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