- 1). Bring a pan of water to boiling on the stove, and boil for several minutes. Using potholders, carefully carry the pan outside and dump the boiling water on the termite-infested area, whether it is a mound, mulch or around the perimeter of the house. Repeat as necessary until it appears all insects are dead.
- 2). Encourage natural predators such as ants, flies and spiders. If you live a Southwestern state, invite anteaters. Other bug-eating helpers are farm animals such as ducks and geese.
- 3). Pour undiluted bleach onto the area infested by termites, and around the perimeter of the house. Bleach will kill termites on contact, and several applications can discourage them from attempting to move toward buildings and other areas you are barricading.
- 4). Pour boric acid onto termites and any area infested by them. It comes in liquid, granules, powder, dust or pellets, and will kill and repel the insects. Adding it to bait stations planted in the ground around the perimeter of your house or throughout your yard will provide additional protection.
- 5). Avoid creating a haven for termites, which are attracted to moisture and wood. Keep mulch beds, trees and vegetation away from the house. Do not leave water sitting in the yard or basement, and keep cracks in the foundation or slab repaired.
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