• Protecting Your Home After Termite Treatment
• Spot Termite Treatment – Quick and Targeted Protection
• Maintenance Recommendations

Protecting Your Home After Termite Treatment: What Every Homeowner Should Know

Termites are one of the most destructive pests homeowners can face, silently eating away at wooden structures and causing thousands of dollars in damage before they’re even noticed. At Causey’s Pest Control, we understand how important it is to keep your home protected — not just with treatment, but with proper aftercare.

If you’ve recently had a termite treatment, decided not to continue your annual renewal, or if your renewal has expired, there are still important steps you can take to maintain the protective barrier around your home and reduce the risk of reinfestation.

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1. Avoid Disturbing the Treated Soil

The soil around your home’s foundation has been treated to create an invisible chemical barrier that termites can’t cross. Disturbing that soil – whether by digging, tilling, or planting too close to the house, can break that barrier and leave parts of your home unprotected.

If you’re landscaping or doing yard work, keep at least 12–18 inches of clearance from the foundation walls. This small step helps preserve the strength of your termite protection.

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2. Keep Moisture Under Control

Moisture is one of the biggest termite attractants. Termites are drawn to damp, dark environments, which makes leaky pipes, clogged gutters, or standing water near the foundation a serious risk.

To protect your home:

• Repair leaky faucets and drain lines.
• Make sure gutters and downspouts are clear and direct water away from your house.
• Ensure your yard is graded properly to avoid water pooling near the foundation.

A dry foundation means a less attractive environment for termites.

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3. Rethink Your Landscaping Materials

While mulch looks great, it’s also a termite magnet. Mulch retains moisture and contains cellulose, which termites feed on. To create a termite-safe landscape, consider replacing mulch with gravel, river rock, or decorative stones.

These alternatives not only improve drainage but also reduce the likelihood of termites being drawn toward your home. They’re attractive, low-maintenance, and far safer when it comes to pest control.

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4. Keep Vegetation and Wood Away from Your Home

Bushes, shrubs, and trees growing too close to your home can trap moisture and provide easy access for termites to travel from soil to structure. Maintain a clear space between plants and your exterior walls to allow air circulation and easy inspection.

Also, avoid having untreated wood in contact with soil. If you have wooden fence posts, deck supports, or firewood, keep them elevated and at least 20 feet away from the house.

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5. Schedule Regular Inspections

Even without an active renewal or warranty, annual termite inspections are essential. Termite activity often goes unnoticed until significant damage occurs. A professional inspection ensures that any signs of activity are caught early, helping you decide when it’s time for a new treatment or renewal.

If you’re unsure whether there is any active infestation near your home, even after treatment, contact your pest control professional for an inspection and proper evaluation.