Why Should We Worry About Termites in the Home? Posted: September 9, 2017 @ 9:22 pm

Pests in the home are never a pleasant experience. They do not only affect our home's structure, but can also damage its electrical wiring, can get into the food pantry, and can cause extensive damage. One pest that is particularly dangerous for our homes is the termite.

Termites are small parasites, some with wings, which cause estimated billions of dollars in damage every year. They are particularly bad in the spring and summer months because this is when their swarm is reproductive. While termites feed on wood, they also enjoy the paper, books, insulation, and even the infiltration system of your pool. They can injure and kill trees as cause damage to wood furniture, inside your walls, floor coverings, insulation, and more.

How do you know if your house has become home to these pests? Winged termites are often confused with flying ants because these ants also swarm and reproduce during the same time of year. However, termites are more uniform if you look closely. So, if you find piles of wings or dead pests, this is a telling sign that these unwanted guests have made your house not only home, but dinner.

Even if you see one termite, you likely have hundreds or thousands more. Hold an eye out for mud tubes, which serve as termites' primary mode of travel around your home. When these machines are broken open, you will see creamy-white worker termites, and this is a direct indication that the swarm is active. If not, you may be in the clear. You should call an expert in either way.

Still, there may also be no physical indication that your home has termites over. They are cryptic insects, and some homes may be infested for years, and the homeowners will have no idea. They too often leave the outer surface intact. It is why professionals are often brought in to help the problem. There is a trained eye necessary to locate the termites in your home.

If you even suspect that you have a termite infestation, call a professional immediately. Do your research and schedule a termite inspection on the Sunshine Coast as soon as possible. It is not often suggested that you handle a termite infestation on your own. So, once you have called in a professional to aid the situation, you can finally remedy the situation and rest easier at night knowing that your unwanted guests have been eradicated.

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Curtly Symonds

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