Termite Control
Termites and Wood-Destroying Insects
Because so much of the damage caused by termites is within the inner walls of a structure, it can be difficult to know if you have a termite problem until it’s too late. However, there are a few warning signs to help you determine if you have a termite problem.
Termites, Dead or Alive
Winged termites are often the first sign of subterranean termite infestation. Swarming termites are attracted to light and are often found near windows, doors, vents, and lighting fixtures. A termite swarm is the most obvious indicator that your property has a termite problem. Worker termites are small, light-colored insects that move quickly when exposed to light and are the type involved in spring swarms. Even if you haven’t seen any signs of termites, check windows, heating vents, doors, and in sinks and bathtubs for dead termites or termite wings.
Mud Tubes
These termite-made tubes provide shelter for pesky termites and have a muddy, flattened appearance approximately the width of a drinking straw. Look for mud tubes along cracks, beneath flooring, around baseboards, on pipes, piers, chimneys, behind siding, plumbing and other fixtures. Mud tubes may also extend over concrete foundations and other exposed surfaces.
“Hollow” Wood
An easy way to check for termites is to tap wood along the wall every few inches with a screwdriver handle. Damaged wood will sound hollow, and if the area is extremely damaged, the handle may break the wood’s surface. If the area is still active, you may see worker termites inside. Dark areas or blisters in wood flooring are an indicator of subterranean termite infestation.
If we inspect your home and pass it, we give the home a one-year renewable warranty that covers any future activity or damages. If we fail your home for a termite problem, a treatment would then be recommended. After performing our treatment, we will than issue the same warranty. Our initial inspection fees are very affordable, as are our treatment fees. You will also be happy to know that if you have a written estimate for a termite treatment, we guarantee that we will beat the price. Your home is your biggest investment, make sure it’s protected by the best.
