How Can Innovative Basement Authority’s Services Help Prevent Termites in the Future?

Once you’ve successfully removed the termite problem, you should focus on making sure that it doesn’t happen again. Termite control isn’t usually covered by home insurance, and for good reason. It is part of the owner’s due diligence to ensure that their property is protected and regularly inspected. Innovative Basement Authority’s solutions can help make these efforts more effective. 

• Make Changes That Help Long Term 

Termites are only able to infest a home if they can gain access. Because of this, it’s important to have your home inspected for any cracks, gaps, or fissures along your: 

• Walls 
• Crawl space 
• Basement 
• Windows 
• Entryways 
• Floors 

Even cracks in your flooring can allow termites to work their way up and into your home. If extreme weather has caused your home’s foundation to settle, this may lead to gaps in your crawl space or basement. Heavy winds can shift tree roots, causing them to poke into your home. These are all factors that an expert will be able to identify and recommend repairs to correct, so your home can stay termite-free. 

• Target Moisture and Humidity  

In order to make your home less attractive to termites, consider looking into moisture-proofing and waterproofing options. Make sure to keep moisture away from your home with a crawl space dehumidifier. No moisture equals less interest from termites, making this a win-win solution. Using vent covers can also minimize open spaces for termites to crawl through. 

If your basement is prone to flooding, don’t worry. Using the SafeDri™ Sump Pump System can eliminate this problem. This can pump out water and leave your basement nice and dry, and more importantly, less attractive to termites.