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Your home is a major investment that you want to protect. When many people think about safety precautions for their homes, they cover obvious areas like burglary and fire, but forget about insect infestations. However, insects, especially termites, cause significant damage that makes dwellings uninhabitable. Here, the exterminators at Central Tennessee Termite & Pest Control in Cookeville share what to look out for when you might be experiencing a termite problem. 

When to Call in an Exterminator for Termite Control 

1. Termite Tubes

Some species of termites build dirt or clay tubes on the outside of surfaces to provide themselves with shelter and food storage. The tubes often look like dirt veins that run along walls. The size of the tube system will help you determine the severity of the infestation.

Regardless of size, any tube indicates an infestation on some level and likely means that more termites are burrowing into the surrounding structure. Consult an exterminator immediately to stop the problem before it causes serious damage.

2. Noises From the Walls

exterminatorThere are several noises that can indicate termites in the walls. One is a rattling sound produced when soldier termites bang their heads against the walls. This creates the vibrations they use to communicate. For homeowners, it means damage that will need to be repaired.

Another sound is a soft rustling, similar to the sound of paper being moved. This is produced by the termites moving through the wood, scraping their bodies against the sides of their tunnels. If you suspect that termites have settled in an area of your home, tap the walls and listen for a hollow sound that indicates an empty space.

3. Termite Droppings

Termite droppings, referred to as frass, may be miniscule, but you can identify them if you know what to look for. They typically appear like tiny ridged pellets and are often tan or brown colored. In some cases, the droppings may appear like grains of salt or pepper. When you find them, look for holes in nearby wood, which will help you locate the nest.

For help with all infestations in homes around Cookeville, contact the expert exterminators at Central Tennessee Termite & Pest Control. These professionals easily handle everything from rodent removal to termite treatment. They also perform inspections to help homeowners identify problems. To contact them, visit them online or call (931) 526-2033.

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