Is Your Business at Risk For Termites?

Termites are one of Southern California’s worst pest problems. We all know they frequently infest homes, but what about bigger buildings? Unfortunately, no building is safe from the destruction of termites. Many people believe that termites only infest wood buildings, but the truth is that termites are after more than just wood.

With Termite Awareness Week 2021 upon us, the experts at Isotech Pest Management are here to share what you need to know about whether your business is at risk for termites or not.

What Businesses Are At Risk For Termites?

Here in the Los Angeles Metro Area, there are many types of businesses that should think about protecting their property from termite problems. Termites can infest a number of types of buildings, whether they’re built with wood or stone or brick. Whether you run a high school, food processing plant, or office building, it’s best to work with a professional termite exterminator to determine what might put you at risk for an infestation.

Biggest Termite Risks

If you have any problems with the following conditions, you may unknowingly be creating a hotspot for termites right in your building.

1. Cellulose. Termites may be infamous for infesting wood, but they’re actually after the cellulose contained within! This cellulose is a main component that can be found in wallpaper, plants, mulch, drywall, and more.
2. Moisture. Leaky pipes, broken sprinklers, or clogged gutters can all lead to moisture problems in your home. In turn, this could attract subterranean termites (not to mention hoards of other pests) inside.
3. Access to soil. Subterranean termites need contact with soil to live. Any wood items, whether it’s your home, porch, or firewood in the yard, in contact with soil is at risk for a termite problem.
4. Warmth. Termite problems are generally more common in warmer, humid parts of the world. This puts our Southern state at a higher risk of termite activity year-round.
5. Decaying wood. If you have logs, trees, or stumps that are rotten or in decay, you can be sure termites will seek them out.
6. Landscape. Termites can infest mulch, making it important to keep it away from the perimeter of your home. Also trim back tree branches that may be too close to your property.

Protect Your Business From Termites

Bottom line: No matter what type of building you own, it’s best to work with your local termite control experts. At Isotech, we will determine any termite risks you may have and customize a plan to keep you termite-free all year long. Contact us today to learn more!