When people think of termites, a house springs to mind. It’s not just your house they can wreak havoc on though. Termites in backyards are more common than people realise and can be quite dangerous. If a colony is allowed to flourish, it can put any home nearby in serious danger. There are a few things you can look out for though.

Termites in backyards love moisture. Leaking taps or pipes can be a very welcoming sign for them. The same can be said for sprinkler systems. Although a sprinkler is not always dangerous, if you add one to a mulch garden - you’ve just created the perfect area for termites. Termites love mulch and the ongoing moisture it provides.

Tree stumps are another area to watch out for. And it’s not just the stumps themselves that the termites will occupy. If there are any roots going out from it, termites use these as paths to get further into the yard. If the stump and its roots are close enough to the house, this could be a way for them to gain entry to your home.

A common spot to find termites in backyards is a deck. Its pretty common in Australia to have a deck, they’re perfect for outdoor entertaining. The dark side to them though is that they can provide easy access to your home for termites. Most of the time, termites occur underneath a deck, which can make it very hard for you to spot them.

Another area to watch out for can be if you’re storing anything in your backyard. Old wooden furniture or off-cuts of timber might seem harmless. They can easily become a new home for any termites in backyards though, particularly if they’re close to the house itself.

Termites in backyards can be a worrying thought, but they can also be dealt with. Here at Conquer Termites Northside, we know the best way to exterminate them from your property. Best of all, we can help you to prevent them from coming back. To book a termite inspection with Conquer Termites Northside, call us today on (07) 3356 8801.