How to get rid of termites in door frames?
Door frames are one of the most common places termites will attack. If you’re experiencing problems with termites, there are a few things you can do to try and get them under control. In this article, we’ll discuss the steps that you can take to get rid of termites in your door frames.
What termites are
What are termites? Termites are a type of insect that is commonly found in the all parts of world. They are a social insect and live in colonies. Colonies consist of one queen and her brood. The queen reproduces by laying eggs, which hatch into juvenile termites. Juvenile termites feed on the queen and her brood, until they reach adulthood and start their own colonies.
Termites can damage building materials such as wood, masonry, and plastic by eating through them. They can also cause structural damage by tunneling beneath foundations or walls. Termites can be a problem in any area where there is moisture (such as inside buildings or near ground water).
How to identify termites
There are many ways to identify termites, but the most reliable way is to use a visual inspection. Look for their characteristic mound of soil and wood, as well as the telltale trails they leave behind as they travel from their nest to food sources. If you find signs of termite activity, contact a professional.
How to get rid of termites
Tools you will need to get rid of termites:
- a long, sturdy pole or stick
- a bucket
- saw (if needed)
- wire brush (if needed)
- spray bottle (with water)
- protective clothing, such as gloves and a dust mask
- Locate the entrance way for the colony of termites. This is usually in the side of a wood frame or column near the ground. If there is no obvious entryway, check around the edges of trim and nearby surfaces for any sign of an infestation. If necessary, use a long, sturdy pole or stick to probe underneath objects and into crevices.
- Once you have located the colony, fill a bucket with enough water to cover the termite nest and tightly seal the lid of the bucket. Sweep away any debris in front of and around the nest with a wire brush if necessary. Continue to fill and seal the bucket until it begins to overflow, then turn it upside down so that excess water spills out onto the ground below. Pour any remaining water from inside the nest onto the ground below before spraying it with your spray bottle. Be sure to wear gloves and a dust mask when doing this step!
- After spraying termites with water, wait 30 minutes before removing any evidence that you were there – including dead termites! Use a long pole or stick to probe beneath objects and into crevices again if
How to prevent termites from coming back
There are a few things you can do to prevent termites from attacking your home again. First, make sure that all of your exterior doors and frames are weatherproofed. This will help keep water and moisture out of the wood, which will protect it from decay. You can also install a metal screen door or storm door to keep pests and wildlife out, and seal any cracks or openings around the door frame with caulk or a rubber gasket. Finally, be sure to clean up any debris left behind by the termites after they’ve departed – this will help prevent them from returning in the future.
