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Does mulch attract termites?

Yes, mulch will attract termites
16%
In some cases
37%
No, mulch does not attract termites
28%
Not sure
16%
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Question: Does mulch attract termites?
Top Answer (37% of 53 votes): In some cases.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I've never heard of it attacking termites myself but that doesn't mean it's not possible. A good pest control guy or the termite replant kits work well . Furthermore it's been my experience to also leave the mulch level and slightly off the building
CDE property management LLC
Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Mulch itself does not automatically attract termites, but certain conditions can make an area more appealing to them. Termites are drawn to moisture and cellulose.
Linares Landscaping Services LLC
Answer: In some cases
Explanation: It's rare, but can happen.
LRM Lawn Service
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Answer: No, mulch does not attract termites
Explanation: It doesn't attract them per say but it does create a favorable habitat for termites
Better Call Saw, LLC
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: In my 20 years I have never seen that.
LLEWELYN LANDSCAPING AND DESIGN, llc
Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depends on what kind
Rosas lawn service
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Answer: No, mulch does not attract termites
Explanation: Mulch doesn't necessarily attract termites
C&R Landscaping
Answer: No, mulch does not attract termites
Explanation: I never found termites in mulch over the 20 years in the business . Termites are not attracted to mulch.
B- Sharp Property Maintenance
Answer: Yes, mulch will attract termites
Explanation: It's not the actual mulch, but the coolness that attracts the termites.
Valleys And Peaks Landscaping, LLC
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Answer: In some cases
Explanation: In some cases it can
Roop's Lawn Services, LLC
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I just know it has to be aged
Rick and Rondas Landscapes
Answer: No, mulch does not attract termites
Explanation: No. Mulch does not attract termites. But you should still keep it from touching the edge of the house.
DG Lawnscaping
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Answer: No, mulch does not attract termites
Explanation: In Florida, termite infestation is rare. Most cannot survive the chipping process when mulch is created. When termites are separated from their "colony" their chance of survivorship is minimized. In general, mulch does not attract termites to an extent that mulch installation is not warranted.
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