Lawn & Garden Termite Prevention
Termites are well-known for infiltrating homes, but they can wreak havoc on your yard, lawn, and garden as well. To keep your landscape thriving, it’s essential to understand how to prevent these pests outdoors. Cellulose-rich items in your garden or lawn can attract termites, but you can protect these areas using strategies similar to indoor prevention, such as reducing moisture and removing decayed wood.
Tips to Prevent Termites Outdoors
Outdoor wood sources are prime targets for termites due to their cellulose content. Follow these tips to protect your backyard from termite infestations:
- Inspect and Remove Rotting Wood: Check for dead trees, decaying logs, or rotten tree roots in your yard, and carefully remove them, as termites are drawn to rotting wood.
- Store Firewood Properly: Keep firewood stacks elevated several inches off the ground and position them away from your home to reduce termite attraction.
- Resolve Moisture Issues: Eliminate wet or damp areas in your yard by addressing drainage problems promptly, as termites thrive in moist environments.
- Use Mulch Sparingly: Limit the use of mulch around your yard, and never place it directly against your home’s foundation to avoid attracting termites.
- Seek Professional Treatment: Contact a licensed termite exterminator for expert guidance and safe treatment of your yard or garden.
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Getting Rid of Termites Outdoors
No one wants to risk their garden with harmful chemical treatments. Keeping termites out of your yard involves staying vigilant, maintaining your landscape, and applying smart preventive measures. Options like orange oil, cardboard traps, diatomaceous earth, nematodes, and boric acid offer eco-friendly termite protection. For serious infestations, hire a pest control professional who can treat your yard safely and effectively.
To learn more about protecting your home and backyard from termites, reach out to the experts at Suburban Exterminating.