When left alone, termites eat their way through a home’s structure and cause an incredible amount of damage that is expensive to repair and can structurally weaken the building. As a result, you should find the infestation as early as possible and remove it with a professional termite treatment. Here, the pest control experts at Extermination Services in Port Orchard, WA, share a few common signs of an infestation.

When to Schedule Termite Treatment

1. Tubes

Termites need a dark and humid environment to survive. When they travel above the ground or outside of the wood, they create tubes of mud to protect themselves. These tubes usually emerge from the ground and connect the termites to wood structures. The network of tubes could be found on stone, concrete, brick, or metal. Start by looking along the foundation.

2. Wings

Swarmers are flying termites that look like ants. They fly away from their nest to start a new colony. They come out during the day during the spring and fall, so you may see them in the home. Even if you don’t spot them, they will eventually shed their wings. If you see those wings either inside or outside, the property may be at risk.

3. Droppings

As the termites eat through your wood, they will push their droppings outside of the nest. These droppings are called pellets or frass. They look like little piles of sawdust. You may see a hole above the pile, depending on whether the termites resealed the hold they used to push out the frass.

If you see any signs of an infestation, get termite treatment as soon as possible. The termite control experts at Extermination Services are licensed exterminators who use low-toxicity products that are effective and safe for your family. They also offer a 90-day warranty on their residential pest control. Visit the website or call (253) 851-6788 to schedule an appointment with a member of their team.