Pest control guy told me something that changed how I store firewood

Guy came out to treat an ant hill near my wood pile. He said most people stack wood right against their house. I had mine about 6 inches off the siding. He told me it should be at least 2 feet away, preferably more. Termites and carpenter ants love that moisture and cover. Saved me a headache down the road. Anyone else get surprised by a random tip from a service pro?

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christopherj633mo ago

Did the same thing after a plumber told me to move mine away from the foundation.

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rosel833mo ago

Plumber's not always right about everything though. My neighbor has his right up against the house for 20 years and never had a single issue. If it ain't broke, why move it?

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