Termites are hungry insects who eat 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Did you know that your home is more likely to be damaged by these annoying bugs than by fire? And if that’s not scary enough, the National Pest Management Association estimates that termites cost Americans around $5 billion every year. Knowing how to spot these bugs and the signs they’ve been invading your home can help you stop them before they wreak havoc on your entire home. Learn what to look for with these tips from Plant City pest control company Consolidated Pest Control.
What do termites look like?
Termites are typically more abundant during the spring season, but they are active all year round. One of the easiest ways to describe a termite is that it looks like an ant with wings. Unfortunately, these little pests are quite secretive. They can live unseen in and around your home for years. The damage left behind by termites is the best predictor of their presence.
What are the signs of termite damage?
- Mud tubes-built by termites out of mud and termite droppings as a protective home and are typically found on exterior walls near the home’s foundation.
- Termite droppings-also known as frass
- Damage to ceiling, walls, floors, foundation, or roof tiles
- Wood that sounds hollow-termites enjoy munching on wood that is just below the surface. As they eat the wood, they create hollow grooves. Knocking or tapping on wood doors, supports, or furniture can clue you in on if termites have invaded your property.
Worried yet? Don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss our termite treatment services and pest control, and learn how we can help keep your home protected.
