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Of all the insects that pose a threat to homes, perhaps the most destructive are termites. These tiny bugs have the ability to chew through entire walls, floors, and staircases, and if termite treatment is not quickly obtained, an infestation could irreparably damage a home. Below are a few termite facts for homeowners. 

Top 3 Termite Facts

1. They Feed on More than Just Wood

termite treatmentTermites are best known for gnawing through wood of almost any kind. But in addition to their predilection for the wood in homes, termites will also eat paper, drywall, and even plastic. This means they're a more versatile menace than most people know, capable of devouring everything from walls to books. 

2. They Have a Few Telltale Signs

Although termites are quite small and often congregate inside walls, underneath stairs, and in other places you can't see them, they do have several major giveaways. If you see sections of wood that appear to have been shaved back, wooden hollows, or "mud tubes"—raised lines on walls an inch or so thick that serve as termite tunnels— it's a serious indication your home has a termite infestation. 

3. They Come up From the Ground

It's often the case that termites will first infiltrate a home from its cellar, basement, or foundation. It's important to regularly inspect lumber and firewood kept in the basement for signs of termites, since this is frequently where they'll start feeding before moving on to the infrastructure of the house itself. 

 

For close to 40 years, the professional exterminators at Safeguard Pest Control have been carrying out termite treatment, ant control, and other residential pest control services in greater Sutter Creek, CA. Safeguard Pest Control has all the latest, most efficient, and most humane exterminator equipment, and the professional staff practices sophisticated, no-kill techniques with rodents and other small mammals. Visit the termite treatment team's website to learn more about their services, or call them directly at (209) 267-1200. 

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