Does seeing one termite mean infestation?
Finding one, two, or even a dozen termite swarmers in your house does not mean you have a termite infestation. New termite swarmers from an interior colony may emerge for up to two weeks. When you find 50 or 100 winged termites in one location, call your pest control company.
Can you have just a few termites?
If you happen to find a handful of swarmers or even just a few discarded wings present inside your home, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have a termite infestation. You most likely have several termite colonies living in your yard and when conditions are right more than one colony may swarm at the same time.
Why do termites travel in pairs?
They will flit around for a while as a swarm, but then they will pair off in couples with the intention of starting new colonies of termites. When a queen and her king pick a place to set up a home, their wings will fall off and the two of them will create a secluded place as their first home together.
What are signs of termite damage?
Outward signs of termite damage include buckling wood, swollen floors and ceilings, areas that appear to be suffering from slight water damage and visible mazes within walls or furniture. Termite infestations also can exude a scent similar to mildew or mold.
Do termites stay in one area?
A worker termite can live several years. But, termite colonies do no stay one colony for long. They send out swarmers and replicate. Each colony is able to produce worker termites that never sleep.
Can termites bite you?
Essentially, termites definitely bite wood and do attack other insects, but they do not bite people. Although homeowners experiencing an infestation should not be concerned about receiving bites from termites, professional extermination methods should be sought and implemented to protect the structure of your home.
What should I expect during a termite inspection?
Trim any plants like bushes or ground cover that conceal exterior walls or the foundation. During your termite inspection, you can expect the inspector to spend about an hour and a half to two hours thoroughly going over your property. This time frame, of course, will vary depending on the size of your property.
How do termites get into your home?
Trim trees and shrubbery so that they don’t touch wood surfaces on the house and give termites a great way to get in. Broken roof tiles and attic entrances can expose wooden beams in the attic and provide easy access for termites.
What are the different types of termite treatment?
A: There are two general categories of termite treatment — liquids and baits. Liquid termiticides have been around for many decades. Their purpose is to provide a long-lasting “barrier” in the soil that prevents termites from entering and infesting buildings.
Should I be worried about termites in my yard?
Swarms of termites emerging from tree stumps, woodpiles, etc. out in the yard are not necessarily cause for concern, and do not automatically mean the house is infested. On the other hand, if swarmers are emerging next to the foundation or from abutting porches or patios, there’s a good chance the home is infested as well.