Termites are present in all the U.S. states except Alaska. Termites are capable of damaging a structure to the point that it can become unfit to live in. When building a home, it's the home builders' responsibility to implement pest control strategies during construction. Use this guide for steps you can take to prevent a future termite infestation. 

How to Prevent Termites During Construction and Building 

Along with following local building codes, utilizing termite prevention methods as a form of pest control is critical for a homebuilder. To prevent a future infestation, avoid leaving wood or other cellulose-based debris underneath or near the finished building. 

Moisture problems can be detrimental to any structure. However, moisture is especially alluring to termites. While in the construction phase, avoid using methods that allow water to saturate or collect in, around and under the finished building. In the finished structure, keep the wood from making direct contact with the soil, even if it's been treated. 

How to Treat a Home Under Construction

The best, long term approach is to utilize termite bait. This preferred treatment is filled with treated cellulose material that causes the termite colony to starve. It is completed once the grade is done. Soil treatment is executed in two steps; before the slab is poured and after construction is complete. The liquid termiticides create a chemical barrier around the foundation of the home to repel termites. 

Termites love cellulose. To protect the wood, all lumber used needs to be pre-treated for termites using a borate solution. This includes wood for framing, supports, door and window casings, which can be the most vulnerable to these pests.

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