If you have cracks in your foundation, you could have a problem with ants and termites at some future time. You can inspect your home yourself, and there are over the counter pesticides that you can use to prevent pests from getting into your house. If you have roots from trees or large shrubs growing under your foundation, you may have problems with ants or termites at some future time. Do not plant too close to the house! Palm roots can travel 50 feet out from the trunk. There is your pathway into the house. Use No Pest Strips in your crawl spaces. It will kill any flying ants or termites during the swarming stage when they are looking for a way into your house via loose soffits and vents.
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