We love our homes. They are places of comfort, laughter, and sometimes tears. No matter what is happening in the world, you know that you have a safe haven. What would you do if something happened? You would take care of it. It is easy to keep rooms clean, produce gorgeous landscapes, and make necessary repairs. All of these items are easy to handle because you can see them. What about those things that cannot be seen? For example, what about mold growing under the kitchen sink or the rotting wood structures that are holding up your roof?  Some damage cannot be seen until it is too late. A termite inspection of your Pleasanton home is the first step in ensuring you do not have an unseen nemesis eating you out of house and home.

5 Common Signs Your House May Have Termites

It can be challenging to determine the level of infestation a structure has. However, some tell-tale signs include:

  1. Blistering Wood or Paint: If one day you notice some paint blistering along your bathroom wall, you may have some eating machines in them! In their tunnels and near their nests, termites create areas of concentrated moisture, which will leach through your wood and create those blisters or bubbling you see. It may appear as water damage because of the moisture secreted by the bugs while eating.
  2. Mud tubes: Subterranean termites utilize mud tubes to travel in search of food. Often you will see these crawling up your foundation. They look like brown veins and are made of dirt, termite spit, and droppings. When you find them, they may look like they are dirty or they are wet.
  3. Wings on Window and Door Frames: When the wood chewers determine it is time to start a new colony, they will send out mating pairs, called swarmers, to find ideal locations for their next settlement. Once a place is located, they discard their wings. Sometimes, you will see the wings near your window or door frames.
  4. Warped Frames: The wood around your windows and doors is the most exposed to the elements and bugs. Because of this easy accessibility, termites will eat, which will then warp or damage the frames. As a result, you will find it much harder to open or close your windows and doors properly. You may also find bending, cracking, or blistering.
  5. Termite Droppings (Frass): Drywood termites leave droppings, called frass, that will be kicked out of their tunnels. The frass will build up near your foundation, basement, or window or door frames. It can also leave stains.

Take the First Step to Stop Pests – Get a Termite Inspection

Don’t leave your home vulnerable to these pesky invaders. Instead, seek out the services of Times Up Termite. Our licensed professionals will come in and assess your property through our termite inspections and provide you with different options such as the highly effective, eco-friendly, reduced-risk pesticide called Altriset. You might pick this option if you have pregnant moms, children, or pets at home. Learn more when you contact us today.

Call 510-568-7200 to speak with our team of knowledgeable, licensed professionals at Times Up Termite, Inc. You can also contact us online to request a free termite inspection in the Pleasanton area.