How Do You Stop Termite Damage In Pine Trees?
Tall, majestic pine trees are popular in landscaping for homes and estates. Their evergreen presence lends a sense of calm to any yard. And their hardy constitution makes the maintenance on these trees generally straightforward. When pine trees start to die, though, they can cause problems. One reason for pine tree damage is termite infestations. Termites burrow through wood and cause massive damage to the structure and health of pine trees. Even worse, those termites might move from the tree into your house. Stop the termite infestation before it gets any worse by attacking their colony. Locate the colony first, since your best attack will be done at the heart of the problem. Locations for outdoor termite colonies are in burrows underneath buildings, in woodpiles and in the pine trees themselves. If you only see termites in one pine tree, chances are good the colony is located in that area, and possibly inside that specific tree. Spray liquid termiticide directly onto the colony, if y