termite inspection

So now is the time for area residents to schedule termite inspections and be on the lookout for alates. Even though they are no less destructive, they differ in appearance from workers and soldiers in several key ways. Here are few tips on how to spot them: When alates swarm in the spring, they’ll traditionally have two pairs of symmetrical wings. The majority of the pests will also be ½-inch long or slightly less and have dark-colored bodies. As such, many…

Termite Inspection Questions If you’ve seen signs of termites or termite damage in your home, without a doubt, you need a termite inspection. Leaving termites to their own devices can leave your home in structural disarray. So in the event that you need a termite inspection, here are some questions to ask your inspector to make the process go easier. Should I choose a local company for help with my termite problem? Most certainly. Local termite companies will provide you with the…

Before Getting a Termite Inspection, Here Some Signs To Look For. The one word that strikes horror into the hearts of every homeowner is termites. They’re about the size of an ant, and they are actually in the ant family. They are white with powerful mouths that can eat through solid wood. These little buggers need warmth, moisture and wood in order to survive. The three types of termite are drywood, dampwood and subterranean. Drywood and dampwood termites aren’t as…

Termite Inspection Update Did you know that not all wood boring insects look for wet, rotting wood? Our termite inspection pros know that it’s true, especially when it comes to Incisitermes minor. Also known as western drywood termites, they love nothing more than to make their homes in perfectly good, dry wood. Therefore, just because you’ve repaired those plumbing problems and trimmed back the outside vegetation, it doesn’t mean that it’s time to rest on your laurels. As a matter…