A termite infestation can cause widespread damage to your home, even threatening its structural stability. The sooner you get termite treatment, the easier it will be to mitigate the damage and prevent future infestations. The following are common warning signs that a professional termite inspection and potential treatments are necessary.

Top 3 Signs Your Home Needs Termite Treatments

1. Mud Tubes

Termites will often build mud tubes along the foundation of the house to provide a sheltered pathway from your home to their colony. These tunnels protect the termites from predators and help maintain the humid conditions they need to thrive. Look for them anywhere on the outside of your home, including trees or other structures on your property.

2. Discarded Wings

Like any other pest, termites produce waste. Termites swarm in the spring to look for a new colony site, they will often discard wings after swarming. Large piles of wings may be found near doors, windows, and other access points to your home.

3. Hollow or Warped Wood

While termite related damage can remain hidden for some time, the wood will often begin to display signs of distress. The wood may sound hollow if you knock against it. In some cases, it may become so thin and papery that even a slight impact will damage it. Wood may also develop a “blistered” look, as if it had experienced severe water damage. Painted surfaces will bubble because of the increased moisture introduced by the termites.

If your property requires termite treatment, contact Allan’s Of Central Kentucky Termite & Pest Control Co. in Lebanon, KY. With nearly 40 years of pest control experience, their licensed and certified technicians will provide reliable results to help you reclaim your home. To learn more about their services, visit them online or call (270) 692-2215.