Pest service
Termite Control
Termites can damage wood for a long time before anyone notices. If you have seen swarmers, mud tubes or hollow wood, call to be connected with an independent pest control provider who handles termites in your area.
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Common signs
- Swarms of winged insects indoors, often in spring
- Discarded wings near windows and doors
- Pencil-width mud tubes on foundation walls
- Wood that sounds hollow or blisters under paint
- Tiny pellet-like droppings (drywood termites)
- Doors and windows that suddenly stick
What a technician typically checks
A technician typically inspects the foundation, crawl space or basement, wood in contact with soil, and moisture problems, confirms the termite type, and explains treatment options such as soil treatments, baits or wood treatments.
Before the visit
Do not break open mud tubes or spray swarmers, which helps confirm the activity. Keep mulch and firewood away from the foundation and fix leaks that keep wood damp.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between termite swarmers and flying ants?
Termites have straight antennae, a thick waist and equal-length wings. Ants have elbowed antennae, a pinched waist and uneven wings.
Do termites need to be treated right away?
Termites work slowly, so there is time to get an inspection and understand the options, but damage keeps adding up until they are treated.
Will a home inspection find termites?
A general home inspection may note signs, but a termite inspection by a pest professional looks much more closely.
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