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Originally Posted by graciegirl
....... A person who was selling downspouts said that rain runoff of the home on the sides and back promoted termite infestation. That is not correct. ......
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To a point, what that person is saying has some validity. I wouldn't say it directly promotes termite infestation but it does provide a conducive environment for them. Pests, including ants, termites, etc., thrive in moist soil conditions. Google
pests "moist ground" for support of the concept from various sources.
We have an issue with our TV home of ants getting inside along one area of the rear wall.......which is right where the A/C compressor unit sits in the back........which is right where the condensation drain comes out, less than a foot away from the slab of the house. Pull the turf back and that's where the ants are hanging out.
It's ALWAYS wet there when the A/C operates. I'll see if my 'fix' worked when we're down there next: In Feb., I extended the condensation drain line so it terminates on the opposite side of the A/C compressor unit which puts it about 3'-4' further away than it ended before.
Always a good idea to keep as much water as you can away from your home's foundation.
JMHO........
Bill
