If you’ve spotted termite infestation signs in your home, it’s important that you call in a professional for a Termite Inspection in Chula Vista. If you don’t have these pests eradicated soon, they could cause expensive damage to your home. Below you’ll read important information about termites and your home.
Q.) How much damage can termites do to my home?
A.) Termites will feast on the wood in your home 24 hours a day and when there’s thousands of termites eating away at your home every day, they can cause major damage. Termites eat the centers of wood beams underneath your home and when these beams become hollow, it compromises the structure of your home. Replacing the wood beams is expensive and in the worst case scenario, your house could collapse.
Q.) What will an exterminator do during a termite inspection?
A.) The exterminator first looks for obvious signs of termites in and around your home including mud tubes, termite droppings, termite wings and wood damage. They also look for termite entry areas such as around the foundation, in crawl spaces and in the attic. During a Termite Inspection in Chula Vista, the inspector may also examine the wood furniture inside your home as well as your ceilings and walls for signs of termites.
Q.) How will the exterminator get rid of the termites?
A.) Many companies use fumigation as an effective way to get rid of the termite colonies. Before the fumigation process, you’ll have to prepare your home. This includes double bagging and sealing open food containers and packages in plastic. You’ll also have to seal medications, pet food, tobacco products and other open items. You’ll also have to remove your houseplants, fish and pets from the home. Keep all drawers, cabinets and closets open including the blinds on your windows. Before your fumigation appointment, the exterminator will give you a detailed checklist on preparing your home for the extermination.
Antac pest control specializes in pest control of termites, cockroaches, ants, fleas, bees, bed bugs and other pets that invade your home.
