Lawn & Garden Termite Prevention

Termites are well known for causing problems inside homes, but they can also create issues throughout your yard, lawn, and garden. Outdoor areas can provide the ideal conditions for termites when the right materials are available.

Many common landscaping materials and wooden items contain cellulose, which termites use as a food source. Fortunately, many of the same prevention methods used indoors can help protect your outdoor spaces, including reducing moisture and removing decaying wood.

Outdoor Termite Prevention Tips

Termites are attracted to materials that contain cellulose, making many outdoor wood sources potential targets. To help reduce the risk of termite activity in your Athens, GA yard, consider these prevention tips:

• Remove Decaying Wood and Debris: Inspect your yard for rotten tree roots, dead trees, and decaying logs, then remove these materials carefully. Termites are highly attracted to deteriorating wood because it provides a food source.
• Store Firewood Properly: Avoid keeping stacks of firewood directly on the soil, as this can create easy access for termites. Store firewood several inches above the ground and keep it positioned away from your home’s foundation.
• Control Moisture Around Your Property: Termites thrive in damp environments, making moisture problems an important issue to address. Repair drainage concerns, fix leaks, and remove excess moisture whenever possible.
• Schedule Professional Outdoor Treatments: A professional pest control company can provide targeted treatments for your yard or garden to help reduce termite risks. Expert services ensure treatments are applied properly and effectively around your property.

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How to Control Termites in Your Yard and Garden

Most homeowners want to avoid using harsh products that could damage their landscaping or garden. Fortunately, there are several more environmentally friendly options that may help discourage termites, including orange oil, cardboard traps, diatomaceous earth, nematodes, and boric acid. If you are dealing with an active infestation, a professional termite exterminator can provide the right treatment while helping protect your plants and outdoor spaces.

Have questions about preventing termites around your property in Athens, GA? Our professionals at American Pest Control, Inc. are here to provide guidance and help protect your home.