Mold Growth

You may have termites in your crawl space if you live in a very humid climate and your crawl space isn't properly insulated to keep out the moisture. If your crawl space isn't properly insulated, the moisture vapor can cause wood degradation, which is where termites prefer to live and breed. The most common reason for crawl space termite infestation is a lack of adequate ventilation.

What is the best way to tell if my crawl space has been infested by termites?

It is also possible to detect termite infestations by the presence of buckling paint on termite-infested timber and splinters of wood strewn about the house (especially on hardwood floors). It is possible that if the structural wood in the crawl space is damaged, the floors above will sink or become uneven, and doors will become jammed.

Is it possible for termites to burrow their way through concrete walls and floors?

Termites are unable to consume concrete because it is too hard for them. Problem is, no matter how carefully you pour the concrete, it will crack as it hardens as it dries. If you pour it around the pipes, it will retract or shrink from the area around them.

What is it that attracts termites to a structure?

While all termites are attracted to wood, they have varying preferences when it comes to the type of wood. Along with wood inside the home, termites are attracted to it by dampness, wood in contact with the house foundation, and gaps in the building exterior, among other things. It turns out that different combinations of these elements attract different kinds of animals.

Is it possible to use a vapor barrier to keep termites away?

In terms of reducing the amount of moisture in wood above crawl spaces, vapor barriers are extremely useful. The use of vapor barriers can help to avoid many problems, such as the growth of wood decay fungi (wood rot), but they will not keep termites out.

What is the best way to determine whether a piece of wood has been harmed by termites?

Damage caused by termites includes buckling wood, bloated floors and ceilings, areas that appear to be suffering from minor water damage, and visible mazes within walls or furniture, among other things. Termite infestations are often characterized by the presence of a mildew or moldy odor.