What Does Termite Damage Look Like?
What Does Termite Damage Look Like?
Ever wonder how much damage termites could do to your home? Despite their small size, they consume the wood cellulose in your house causing expensive structural damage. In addition to this, these annoying insects destroy houses and other structures leading to billions of dollars lost every year. It is important to know when these relentless invaders have entered your house.
Signs of Termite Damage
Termites are sometimes difficult to detect, but recognizing the signs lets you get a jump on the problem before it gets out of hand.
Here’s what to look for in the way of termite damage:
Sagging floors or ceilings: The wood from termite attacks can also cause floors and ceilings to become weak; the wood can no longer support the weight of the objects above it, causing the surfaces to sag.
Wood that sounds hollow: Knock on wooden walls or furniture. If you tap on it and hear a hollow sound, there’s a possibility that termites have infested it.
Mud tubes: Termites construct tiny tunnels of mud to travel through safely. You may also see them around your foundation, in crawl spaces, attics and by pipes.
Wing piles: Termites shed their wings after a swarm. If you notice small piles by windows or doors, that is a red flag.’
Frass (termite excrement): These appear to be small wood-colored pellets or tiny piles resembling sawdust. They’re a definite indication termites are in the area.
If you see any of these signs, don’t hesitate. Have your house examined by a pest control expert. By acting quickly, you can save your house from significant damage.
What to Do if You Suspect Termite Damage
Since Termites can say “Bon Appetit” to your house or building, and you don’t even know about it until lots of damage has already been done. If you are suspecting that there are termites in your home, take an action right away to stop further destruction.
The following are some important actions to take:
Call in the experts: You can call professional exterminators to check out the area and provide advice and solutions suitable to your situation in order to rid your home from the pesky insects and prevent their future reappearance.
Call for a termite inspection: The inspection will provide a report on the extent of damage and the best treatment options.
Target termite instigators: Take care of any leaks or damp areas, repair wood damage, and remove wood piles near the house. Also make sure there is no bush or scrub near your home's outline.
Keep in mind, you need to tackle a termite problem right away. The quicker you act, the less of a chance that substantial damage will occur and you will save money in the long run.
Trusted Termite Control Services
As a property owner, no one wants a major infestation, and we certainly help prevent that. We have proven-before Termite Bait Stations to keep termites away. Our termite treatment options include inspections and preventative treatments to keep them away. Take action now – protect your investment from those pesky termites.
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/
