Termite Damage.

In the United States, termites do more damage to homes than hurricanes, storms and national disasters combined. That is over $1 billion in damages per year. It takes a pro to prevent this happening to your home. We have been treating homes since 1936. Click here or call for free inspection. Our team will run an analysis of how vulnerable your home is to these pests.

Identifying termites could be your first step in insuring that you will not be paying for their destructive habits. Subterranean termites range from 1/8”-3/8” in length and are a creamy brown color. Swarming termites can often be confused with flying ants, but a few notable differences include: straight antennae, two pairs of wings of the same size and shape and a broad waist.

Swarming termites.

Swarming termites are attracted to light and therefore can often be spotted near windows or doors. If you notice winged termites indoors or emerging from your foundation or structures adjoining your home, these are indications of infestation.

Other signs include mud tubes over your foundation walls, sill plates, or other exposed portions of your home near the ground. These tubes are constructed for travel between underground colonies and the structure, and are generally the diameter of a pencil, although they can be larger.

Wood damaged by termites is normally characterized by a hollowed hole along the grain, often with bits of dried mud or soil lining the damaged area. Rippled or sunken traces behind wallpaper or other coverings can also indicate termites tunneling below.

Often, however, there will be no visible indications of infestation. Confirmation of termite presence requires a professional inspection. Make an appointment now to have your home inspected.

Preventing Termites From Entering

• Avoid moisture accumulation around your foundation.
• Keep your crawl space well-ventilated and dry.
• Keep vegetation from touching the outside of your home, especially near vents.
• Eliminate any wood contact with the soil.