For a newly built home, schedule termite inspections on a proactive timetable to catch infestations before they cause structural damage.

For professional guidance, have a licensed pest control inspector perform a comprehensive inspection once a year and immediately after major events like prolonged heavy rain or nearby soil disturbance from construction. As homeowners, conduct a visual check every three months looking for mud tubes on foundations, wood that sounds hollow when tapped, and blistering or darkening paint on siding and trim. If you use baiting systems or monitoring stations, check them monthly and note any activity so your pest control provider can adjust treatment promptly. When your home warranty comes up for renewal, align a professional termite inspection with that date to document condition and to support any potential claims. Keep interior moisture low by using exhaust fans and fixing leaks quickly since damp wood attracts termites, and maintain a clearance of at least six inches between soil and wood to reduce direct access. Document all inspections and findings in a simple log with dates, observations, and photos so trends are easy to share with professionals.

Homeowners often wait too long between inspections because there are no obvious signs, so set recurring reminders and do regular visual checks to catch early activity. Another common issue is leaving wood debris and mulch against the foundation which creates a bridge for termites, so move mulch, firewood, and scrap lumber away from the house and store wood elevated and dry. Finally, relying solely on one method like only using bait stations without periodic visual inspections can miss colonies nesting in nonbaited zones, so combine annual professional inspections, quarterly homeowner checks, and monthly monitoring for a layered defense.

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