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Termites are insects that feed on the wood in your home. Each year, termites destroy parts of over 600,000 homes in the United States. Fortunately, pest control is highly effective when the problem is detected early. If you notice the following signs that unwelcome guests are feasting on your home, call a trusted professional to prevent major damage.

How Can You Detect a Termite Infestation?

1. Termite Droppings & Holes

If you hire pest control to do a termite inspection, one of the first things they’ll do is look for frass or termite droppings. Drywood termites won’t use frass to build their tunnels but instead push it out of small holes, typically near the nest. Frass often looks like a dark, powdery substance that might be confused for sawdust. Once you spot it, look for signs of holes in the wall.

2. Damaged Wood

pest controlLook out for signs for damaged wood inside and outside of your home. Once you locate a piece, knock on it. If it sounds hollow, that’s a sign that termites have feasted on the inside and left behind only a shell of timber.

Difficulty opening windows and doors is another sign of unwanted guests; termites produce moisture while they eat and tunnel through your home, causing the wood to warp.

3. Clicking Sounds & Physical Features

If you suspect you have termites, you might be able to hear them. When the colony is disturbed or else suspects danger, they bang their heads against the wall or shake their bodies. Also, termites are noisy eaters, so press your ear to the wall to hear them munching on your wood. 

In addition to hearing them, you might see them. If you happen to catch one, take a closer look before you brush it off as an ant, which is similar in size and shape. Pay attention to the color of the insect: termites are creamy in color and might even look translucent. Unlike ants, termites have straight antennae and large abdomens. 

 

Eliminate termites and other unwanted house guests with Select Pest Control in Cincinnati, OH. For over 30 years, they’ve offered reputable and affordable pest control services for both residential and commercial clients. Whether you’re dealing with termites, bed bugs, or carpenter ants, they’ve got you covered. For comprehensive and cost-effective service, call (513) 352-0080. Visit them online to read more about their expertise. 

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