The trim at my front and back doors is beginning to show signs of peeling paint and rot. How do I prevent more damage?
A. Cut approximately one-quarter inches from the bottom of the casing to prevent additional water from wicking into the trim. If the trim is setting directly on the ground or on masonry, cut approximately 1/2″ from the bottom. Locate Injector Plugs about eight inches above the floor height and three inches to the side of the trim on each area that is having a problem. Inject two or three good doses of the clear preservative over a period of two or three days, letting the materials dry for a day or so between applications. Then inject the appropriate pesticide to prevent any pest problems, install the plug cap and you’re done. You can then refinish the trim.
