Visit to read our in-depth termite whitepaper. br br For many regions, termites are a costly nuisance, causing Billion's of dollars of damage each year and unsafe living conditions for families. br br At Inspect-It 1st, our goal is to be your local home inspector, AND your go-to resource for maintaining your home and preserving its value. br br Here are simple steps to help prevent termites in your home: br br 1. Use only treated lumber for new construction. br 2. Seal all cracks and crevices with caulking. br 3. Double check your roof, plumbing and fixtures for leaks (remember -- subterranean termites love moisture). br 4.Use proper soil grading around your home, so water flows away from your property. br 5. In high infestation regions, consider installing a termite detection system.