Soil to wood contact, anywhere siding or any wooden member of your home comes in direct contact with the soil

a.     Door frames, siding, decks and support columns to name a few.

b.     should maintain at least 8 inches of exposed foundation between soil and frame of house

2.     Mulch in general holds moisture and is a feeding source.

a.     keep mulch away from foundation and siding

3.     Dead trees, tree stumps, logs and wood debris

a.     provide a food source for termites

b.     should be removed from property

4.     Clogged gutters and underground drainage

a.     provides excess moisture around foundation

b.     creates the perfect environment for termite colonies

5.     Stored fire wood (if you must have:)

a.     store as far away from house as possible

b.     store it off the ground on racks made of stone and pipe racks

c.     keep covered and dry

Fall is a great time to inspect and evaluate your home for these conditions and take the time and effort to reduce or eliminate potential attractive areas around your home.

All County Pest Control can offer home pest and termite evaluations and inspections. Too often many signs of termites and conducive conditions go unnoticed.