Just remove their "welcome mat". Many homeowners not only invite termites they actually build super highways. Improperly planned and planted trees, shrubs and mulch create rush hour-quality traffic for the hungry hordes flowing into their home.

How? By planting and mulching too close to the foundation.

• Termites are attracted by plants, shrubs and trees so don't plant anything within 18-inches of your home and you won't give them anything to munch on.
• Mulch is a problem too. Use a layer of inedible gravel or flagstone instead.
• Termites also need moisture so be sure nearby ground slopes away for water run-off.
• Also large trees shouldn’t be closer than 20 feet because their extensive root systems form a perfect underground highway system leading directly into your home.

Landscape with care and say "no vacancy" here.

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