Unless a person lives in a home that is completely made of steel, their home is at risk of a termite infestation. Unfortunately, it may be difficult for a homeowner see that they have a problem with termites. The sooner they can identify that there is a problem, the sooner they can call Termites Exterminators Wellington Florida.
The Swarm
During the spring or early summer, termites who are looking to pair up and reproduce will come out, trying to find a place to build a colony. This is called swarming. It can be difficult to see swarming, because it happens very fast. If the homeowner is not home or looking out the window, they could miss the whole thing completely. If a homeowner notices a pile of wings in the basement or around the home, they may have a termite problem. Termites can also leave behind debris that looks like sawdust. If there is a termite issue, homeowners will see the residue in the same area that they would see the wings created by the swarm.
Wood Damage
Because termites eat wood, they will create wood damage. The only problem is that termites eat wood from the inside out, therefore, it is difficult for homeowners to notice the damage. The best way for a homeowner to tell if there is wood damage is to bang on the wood. If it sounds hollow, there are likely termites eating the wood, and the homeowner should call termites exterminators in Wellington Florida.
Mud Tubes
When termites search for food, they build tubes in the mud to assist them with their search. If a homeowner notices that there are mud tubes in the foundation of their home or in crawl spaces, they should contact an exterminator for an inspection immediately.
If termites are not discovered early, they can create serious destruction to the home. If the problem is ignored, termites can overrun the entire house, causing it to be condemned. The sooner the problem is treated, the better. If a homeowner believes that they may have a termite problem, they should contact Above & Beyond Pest Control in Wellington Florida for a full termite inspection.
