HOW TO IDENTIFY TERMITES

Many pests become active again once the weather warms up. Some are easy to spot, like black ants in your kitchen. Others, such as termites, are far more difficult to identify. Indeed, many do not pay attention to termites until it’s too late; the damage is done.

Termites are a huge issue in different suburbs of Australia. Here, the most prevalent are eastern subterranean termites. They live in colonies, eat the wood that holds your house up.

The bugs cost billions of dollars a year in damage to the ecosystem. So the professionals at Ark Termite Treatment The Vines may help you safeguard this spring and every season.

Why Are Termites Hard to Find?

Termites hide well. They live in the ground and move in mud tubes. They consume wood from the inside. And they’re small and light-colored, so most people don’t notice them. Termites are active 24/7, but they can be undetectable until serious damage occurs.

What Are the Signs of Termites?

One unmistakable indicator is the mud tubes they construct. These tubes are roughly the diameter of a pencil and, when visible on the ground or a foundation wall, are a good way to detect the presence of termites. Termites use them to travel back and forth from their nest to their food.

A termite swarm is another big sign. This occurs when winged termites swarm in order to start a new colony. You might notice flying termites, or piles of wings near windows or doors.

In your home, termites appear long after the damage. Cracked or splintered wood You might notice that the wood of your tree looks cracked or splintered. Warping of doors and floors can begin. You might also notice the mud-and-saliva mixture that termites use to patch a hole in the wood.

How Can You Get Rid of Termites?

Treating termites isn't something you do yourself. To get them to completely stop, you’ve got to get rid of the colony. That requires professional tools and know-how too.

The first step is an inspection for termites. Where the presence of termites is detected, treatment will commence immediately. Once the nest is gone, periodic inspections help you keep your home safe in the future.

Don’t Wait Call Professionals Today

If you suspect you have termites near your home or you just want to make sure they aren’t on your wish list this year, reach us and take a little time to protect that investment of yours. Our team will create a termite control plan designed specifically for you. We’ll assist in preventing termites before they damage your property.

Ark Termite Treatment The Vines offers all pest control services in The Vines and surroundings. Feel free to contact us at (08) 6186 7468 or visit our website:

https://arktermitetreatment.com.au/