Whether you are buying a home in Sydney or even selling one, you will find that one problem you need to be uniquely aware of is termites. Termites, despite being so small, are numerous, and when looking at home ownership you need to think about what these little pests could mean to you. With attacks on one in five homes in Sydney, termites are not something that you can afford to ignore.
Once termites have infected your home it can be very distressing. It is also very expensive to have them exterminated. The best thing to do is to prevent them from moving into your home to begin with. There are many ways to keep termites out of your home. Get busy and take steps to keep them away before they cause problems.
You must keep your eyes open for signs of termites infesting your home. It is a good idea to do a check every year or even more often. It doesn't take them too long to get in and start multiplying. Before you know it they can get in and start eating away under your house.
Termites are found in the ground, under dead wood and also on the inside of wood. They make little piles of dirt and little tunnels of dirt or mud. Watch for these signs of termites anywhere you have wood in your home. Look for these signs outdoors too, especially in areas immediately surrounding the house.
If you are building a home or adding to your existing home, take the time to choose materials that are resistant to termite invasion. Redwoods, juniper and cedar for instance are highly attractive woods with wonderful aromas. The natural oils in these woods makes them less susceptible to incursion by termites and other insects. Also strive to keep things as dry as possible. Make sure that you don't allow water to accumulate in or around your home, and that if you have a basement area, that it is kept dry.
When looking to ensure that your home is not termite friendly, remember to consider your landscaping as well. Make sure to keep the plants in your garden back from your home as this will prevent moisture from having time to do its worst. This will also help keep mold from flourishing.
Make sure there are no leaks spraying on or under your house. Position sprinklers so they do not splash the house when operating. Ensure that all cracks on the outside are filled in with proper sealant. Always check the bottoms of the walls which are likely to get damp, take steps to seal them and keep them dry.
Taking care to consider how to keep termites away can save you a lot of problems later. You may save money and a lot of grief in the years to come. If you are thinking of living in Sydney and owning your own home or even selling one, don't overlook the importance of dealing with termites. - 15485
Once termites have infected your home it can be very distressing. It is also very expensive to have them exterminated. The best thing to do is to prevent them from moving into your home to begin with. There are many ways to keep termites out of your home. Get busy and take steps to keep them away before they cause problems.
You must keep your eyes open for signs of termites infesting your home. It is a good idea to do a check every year or even more often. It doesn't take them too long to get in and start multiplying. Before you know it they can get in and start eating away under your house.
Termites are found in the ground, under dead wood and also on the inside of wood. They make little piles of dirt and little tunnels of dirt or mud. Watch for these signs of termites anywhere you have wood in your home. Look for these signs outdoors too, especially in areas immediately surrounding the house.
If you are building a home or adding to your existing home, take the time to choose materials that are resistant to termite invasion. Redwoods, juniper and cedar for instance are highly attractive woods with wonderful aromas. The natural oils in these woods makes them less susceptible to incursion by termites and other insects. Also strive to keep things as dry as possible. Make sure that you don't allow water to accumulate in or around your home, and that if you have a basement area, that it is kept dry.
When looking to ensure that your home is not termite friendly, remember to consider your landscaping as well. Make sure to keep the plants in your garden back from your home as this will prevent moisture from having time to do its worst. This will also help keep mold from flourishing.
Make sure there are no leaks spraying on or under your house. Position sprinklers so they do not splash the house when operating. Ensure that all cracks on the outside are filled in with proper sealant. Always check the bottoms of the walls which are likely to get damp, take steps to seal them and keep them dry.
Taking care to consider how to keep termites away can save you a lot of problems later. You may save money and a lot of grief in the years to come. If you are thinking of living in Sydney and owning your own home or even selling one, don't overlook the importance of dealing with termites. - 15485
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About the author: Darren K. Thompson gives tips on how to handle termites on his site where you can also read about the level of service that you can expect from a professional pest control company.
