Your garden is a reflection of your hard work, and adding mulch to the mix can help complete that perfect look. It retains moisture better than bare soil and adds organic matter, which increases fertility— what’s not to love?
Unfortunately, it isn’t all sunshine with the addition of mulch. Garden bark mulch does provide the perfect environment for termites, this means it places your home in the firing line for a potential termite attack. Luckily, you can take steps to prevent your home from becoming the next meal for these unwelcome pests.
Keep mulch 75mm away from the weep holes and slab edge
Stay up to date with your annual termite inspections
Ensure your home has a current termite protection program
Keep an eye out for any signs of an infestation, such as mud tubes or sawdust-like piles near your home’s foundation
Replace any old or decaying mulch with fresh material regularly
By taking the proper precautions and keeping an eye out for any potential signs of infestation, you can ensure that your mulch-filled garden won’t become a termite hotspot. With the proper preventative measures in place, you can enjoy all of the beauty and benefits mulch has to offer without worrying about an unwelcome termite infestation.
Unsure if your home is termite clear? With our annual inspection, you can have peace of mind that you have taken the correct measure to guard your home against termites.
Protect your home from the dangers of termites, and gain a renewed peace of mind with our comprehensive annual inspection! With this simple measure, you can ensure that your house remains safe against these tiny invaders.