TIMBER PALINGS AND TERMITES
With the warm weather upon us and we’re more active in the garden and yard, now is the opportune time to check your timber fences.
Timber fences have a shelf life so it’s important to check the entire perimeter of your property for any signs of decay in your fences. That saying, a ‘stitch in time can save nine’ comes to mind. Replacing one or two slats or support uprights that have deteriorated can extend the overall lifespan of the timber fence.
It’s easy for mulch or leaf litter to accumulate against a fence. Time to pull out the rake and clear the debris from the fence!
Timber fences can maintain their structural integrity if they get wet from rain or watering provided the slats can completely dry out. When mulch, soil or leaf litter accumulate at the base of the slats they stay moist for long periods of time or never completely dry out.
Two issues can arise here. The first is the life of the timber fence has been shortened.
The second is potentially the most damaging for the entire property. Moist timber surrounded by debris is prime food for termites.
Once they have eaten the moist timber slats they start looking for the nearest food source. That’s where the real issue of termites arises because your home or other outdoor timber structures are the closest food source!
If you have noticed fence palings have some damage, it’s best to book a termite inspection so our experienced pest technician can do a thorough inspection.
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