What can happen to wood that is separated from the soil by a poured concrete foundation?

When wood is separated from the soil by a poured concrete foundation, it is not entirely immune to termite attacks. Termites are known for their tunneling ability and can create mud tubes, which serve as protective highways from the soil to their food source, which may include wood within structures. If termites are present in the surrounding area, they can easily build these mud tubes to reach the wood that is elevated and isolated by concrete. This means that, although the wood is not in direct soil contact, it remains vulnerable to termite infestation if conditions allow for termites to bridge the gap between the soil and the wood through their mud tubes.

Other options do not accurately describe the relationship between wood and pest threats in this context. While concrete can limit moisture availability, it does not guarantee that the wood will rot, as it can still receive some moisture through the air and condensation. Additionally, wood elevated from the soil does not inherently attract more termites than wood in contact with soil; rather, it depends on various factors such as proximity to the ground, moisture levels, and existing termite populations.