Spring Into Action: Shield Your Home from Termites
March 7, 2025
National Termite Awareness Week is March 9-15
As we move into the warmer spring months, this seasonal transition brings longer days and sunnier weather—and a reminder that termites are becoming active. These tiny pests cause $6.2 billion in damage yearly across the U.S. Termite Awareness Week runs from March 9 to 15, and Terminix Service, Inc. is joining the National Pest Management Association in urging homeowners to educate themselves about the importance of safeguarding their homes from these destructive insects.
To help homeowners stay ahead of these threats, Terminix Service, Inc. emphasizes proactive measures and prevention, especially as the Formosan subterranean termites—known for their aggression and rapid spread—continue to invade new areas of the Carolinas.
“Termite Awareness Week is an opportunity to educate homeowners about the serious risks posed by termites, particularly those who have recently relocated to the Carolinas,” said Kevin Hathorne, Technical Director at Terminix. “The region is home to various termite species, including the increasingly troublesome Formosan subterranean termite. We aim to assist homeowners in understanding how to protect their properties with the appropriate preventive measures.”
Top 10 Tips to Terminate Termite Troubles: Terminix recommends these preventative measures, including:
1. Repair plumbing leaks.
2. Make sure gutters and downspouts are not clogged or damaged and are directing water away from the foundation. Install gutters if you don’t have them.
3. Point sprinklers away from your foundation.
4. Regrading the soil so water flows away from your house or installing a drainage system, such as a French drain, can prevent water from pooling next to your foundation.
5. Keep your roof in good shape and free of leaks.
6. Repair and replace damaged siding and flashing.
7. Store firewood, scrap lumber, or any other wooden products as far from your house as possible.
8. Do not use excessive mulch or pine straw around the foundation.
9. Trim any adjacent bushes and trees.
10. Ensure your crawl space has adequate ventilation and a moisture barrier or is encapsulated and conditioned like the Terminix Humidi-Seal system offers.
Locally-owned Terminix Service, Inc. provides a termite protection plan with the strongest guarantee in the business. For more information, visit www.trustterminix.com or call 1-800-Terminix.
About Terminix Service, Inc.
For over 75 years, our customers have trusted Terminix Service, Inc., for the best termite and pest control protection for their homes and businesses. With annual revenue of over $150 million, the family-owned and operated Terminix Service, Inc. is the tenth-largest pest control company in North America. Terminix Service, Inc. operates in South Carolina, western North Carolina, and the Central Savannah River Area of Georgia. Visit www.TrustTerminix.com or call 1-800-TERMINIX.
