Termite Free Living Tips Eliminate moisture problems in and around the home Keep proper ventilation in both the attic and the crawl space areas. Keep standing water away from the foundation Remove potential food sources from around the house (dead stumps, firewood, wood debris and paper. Eliminate all wood to ground contact around the exterior perimeter of the structure Regularly inspect wood decks and wood fences for activity or damage Keep all mulch and other ground cover below the sideing around the exterior perimeter of the home. Look for warning signs (wings discarded from “swarmer” termites, mud tunnels, bubbled or cracked paint) Seal nail holes and cracks in exposed wood to help prevent easy access by drywood termites. Signs of Infestation There are three different signs of termite presence. Swarmers - Presence of swarmer on the window sills, indoor lights detects the activity of these termites. Swarmers if found outside the premise is a natural phenomenon but it should not be taken for granted as it could lead to severe damage. Wings - Swarmer discard their wings. These discarded wings also indicates termite presence. Rotten/ Damaged Wood - Hollow, damaged and rotten wood clues for the presence of termites. If a wood gives a thudding sound on beaten up, should examined for termites. Presence of soil mounds near your premise also indicates presence of termites. Contract with a professional pest control company to regularly inspect your home to detect a Termite infestation and then treat it accordingly.