Don't wait until termites invade your home. After determining you are termite-free, we can create a barrier that will insure that termites never show up as uninvited guests.
A termite colony that has become comfortable with its environment will often leave behind tell-tale signs of its presence. One thing to look for is small cracks, cuts, or other imperfections within your home's foundation.
In the wild, away from man, termites have an important role in the eco-system. Their job is to digest plant fibers, so that dead or decaying trees can become new soil and keep our forests living and growing. Subterranean termites also naturally aerate the soil.
One of the biggest concerns with termites, particularly subterranean termites, is they are difficult for a homeowner to notice until substantial damage has been done. That’s why regular checks by a termite professional are so important for virtually all homeowners.
Scientists believe termites, along with roaches, are among the oldest inhabitants of the planet. One reason is incredible reproductive process – a termite queen can four eggs per minute. Scientists estimate all of the termites on the planet would outnumber all of the humans.
Dampwood termites are definitively larger than the other species common to the US. They thrive in damp wood, so they can be found in wood piles, rotting logs, utility poles, fence posts and structures where wood is damp due to leaks or direct soil contact.
When a house in your neighborhood is being treated for termites, you may begin to worry that your home could also be at risk. Rather than worrying about an issue you may not have to deal with, let us inspect your home so you’ll know for sure.
Termites eat wood and will tunnel though it as they feed. Wood damaged by termites will sound hollow, especially as the termites make more tunnels. They can seriously weaken supporting beams, so, if you have any suspicions, call in the professionals sooner rather than later.
If you have a woodpile on your property, how far from your house should it be located to reduce the risk of termites entering your home? If you guessed at least 10 feet, you're right.
Termites eat the wood in which they nest while carpenter ants just dig into the wood to excavate their nests. As they do not eat the wood, they will push it out through the holes they have made leaving small piles of wood shavings. Either way, it is time to call in the exterminators.
Whether your home has brick, stone, or siding on the outside, its frame is most likely still made of wood. Rest assured that our team is always available to help you protect the structural integrity of your home from hungry termites.
Although there are more than 55 species of termite active in the US, only two kinds cause problems for homeowners. These are drywood and subterranean termites.
Besides termite companies like ours, nature has supplied a predator to the termite. Ants are able to attack and kill termites.
An estimated 600,000 homes across the U.S. are damaged by termites every year. Care to guess the annual cost of termite damage nationwide? That would be $5 billion from three main types of termites.
Did you know that termites have had the same food source (wood) for millions of years? In fact, almost all species of termites that can be found on the Earth eat wood for sustenance, from the African and Brazilian termites to the home destroying types found in the Western world.
We recognize that the typical homeowner may not know what a termite looks like, much less whether a colony has been feasting on their home. If you need to know whether your home has a termite infestation, it’s a good idea to have us do an inspection.
Remember, the structural integrity of your home is often dependent on a wooden frame. This means that termite damage isn’t just unsightly, but could also compromise the safety of your home.
Experts testing for termites will sometimes tap wooden members listening for a hollow sound. Termites deconstruct wood starting on the interior where the fibers are dense and moist. A hollow sound may indicate that a beam's interior has been compromised.
In many places around the country, homebuyers want assurance that there are no termites on the property. We can regularly check for termites, giving you peace of mind and offering proof that will come in handy if you ever decide to sell your home.
Why are Formosan termites considered the most dangerous of all termites? These termites typically will live in homes and because their colonies are often so large – 1 million or more termites in a colony is not uncommon – the damage they can do in a home is significant.
Whether you’re planning to put your home on the real estate market or live in it forever, treating for termites when you notice an issue is critical. Rest assured that we’re always available to help you get rid of these destructive pests.
While there are costs involved in treating your home for termites, it’s really the best way to protect your investment. Ignoring a termite problem will eventually lead to the destruction of your home’s structural integrity.
It can be difficult to spot dampwood termites because they live inside the wood and leave few visible external signs. Often their presence goes undetected until the severity of the damage becomes visible on the surface.
If you start finding bugs in your home, it’s important to carefully examine them before panicking. If you can’t identify the bug and you believe it’s a termite, give us a call.
Did you know that a large termite colony can eat more than a pound of wood per day? In fact, a colony that is comfortable and at ease within the confines of a home or building can do thousands of dollars of structural damage per week.
What does it mean if you see multiple winged termites indoors? When termite communities become mature, they produce princes and princesses. This generation of royal offspring fly away to start new nests. If you discover multiple winged termites in your home, there's a good chance there's an established nest nearby.
A mud tube indicates the definite presence or previous presence of termites. These are tubes built on the outside of walls or between the soil and wood through which the termites travel. They are rough and ragged, as they are filled with layers of soil and mud.