Termites are attracted to water sources including but not restricted to the following.

Address these and you will begin to reduce the risk of termite attack.

• Leaking pipes
• Leaking guttering
• Leaking rainwater tanks
• Incorrectly connected downpipes
• Dripping taps or irrigation fixtures
• Faulty hot water system overflow valves
• Overflow from regularly watered pot plants

There are many other possible moisture sources that need to be attended to, to reduce the risk that termites will attack your structure. A continual process of ensuring that these issues are addressed is a good start to ensuring your property is kept termite free.

 During a professional termite inspection of your home, Pestec's technicians will bring any moisture issues to your attention. Our report will include recommendations for reduction in this, one of the higher risk areas around your home

Whilst some of these issues are difficult to completely eliminate, it is possible to at least reduce the impact that their presence will have upon your structure. Excess water may not be the single factor in attracting termites to your structure, you may also have termite food or a terrific shelter site for nesting close by. You will need to address these problems as well.