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Termite Swarming Season: Things to Know

May 10, 2022
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Termite season

 

Termite swarming season is an annual problem that occurs during the spring season and typically lasts five to six months. Therefore, it’s crucial to be prepared before termites start to swarm and invade your property.

The termite swarm originates when many winged termites leave their existing colony to create a new one. The newly-formed colony then marches together to explore their new home. It’s quite a sight to see dozens of termites swarm and descend upon a house. 

A swarm of termites is the first method of alerting a homeowner about the presence of termites on their property. Swarms are usually easy to identify since they are dark in color and have two wings equal in size, measuring an inch long. Flying ants are often mistaken for termites, but ants have a constricted waist, and termites do not. Additionally, termite wings are uniform in size. 

Unfortunately, there aren’t many ways to prevent termite swarms. However, there are preventative measures you can take to reduce the likelihood of an infestation:

  • Ensure there is no wood to soil contact around your property. 
  • Repair crevices and cracks in the foundation of your home.
  • Keep the gutters and downspouts free of debris.
  • Install termite shields around the foundation of your house. 

Termite damage can be devastating. If you suspect you have a termite infestation, the best thing for you to do is call a pest control company that specializes in termite control. The professionals at Rid All Termite & Pest Solutions will eliminate so you can live and work comfortably. Our exterminators are also available to evaluate the future risk of infestation and set up a maintenance plan.  

Call us today at (901) 377- 9915 or email us at tiffany@ridallbug.com. For more information about our services, visit our website.

 

Termite Prevention

Termite Prevention

April 24, 2019

Also known as the silent killer, termites can ravage through your home without you even knowing they are there. Without any treatment, a termite could destroy your home in as few as three years. Termites, a wood eating pest, can live behind your walls and hollow out your home without you knowing it. In addition to causing structural damage, termites can bring allergies and other irritants into the house. The National Pest Management Association reports that Americans spend over five billion dollars each year on termite damage. Follow these tips to keep your family safe, and save you some money.

Signs of Termites

  • Termites are noisy. It is possible to hear them eating wood or banging their head on the wall.
  • Thin or hollow feeling walls
  • Holes in wood
  • Termite droppings also called frass, that look like wood shavings.
  • Cracks in the wood
  • Mold can sometimes be a sign of termites decomposing wood
  • Look for “mud tubes”, which are transportation tunnels termites use to transport food. They will normally exist around the foundation of a home.

How to prevent termite damage

  • Minimize moisture in the household as termites need it to survive. Keep a close eye on leaky faucets or pipes or small pools of water gathering near your home.
  • Avoid any wood-to-ground contact in your home as this will be the easiest way for termites to infest your home.
  • Inspecting lumber before adding it to your home.
  • Stack firewood and other lumber away from your house.
  • Trim overgrown hedges and bushes around your house.

Termites cannot be controlled with Do-it-Yourself measures. Termites can be wreaking havoc on your home, all without your knowledge. The best thing to do when you suspect termite damage is to consult a professional.  The only way to fully protect your home is with regular inspections from an exterminator. Contact the professionals at Rid All Termite and Pest Solutions. Family owned and operated, Rid All Termite & Pest Solutions was established in 1997. Since then, we have served over 10,000 homeowners and businesses in the mid-south area near Olive Branch. Our mission is to lead the mid-south pest control industry by educating the general public on current events regarding the pest industry. Upon inspection, our skilled professionals will construct the best treatment plan for you. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Contact Rid All Termite and Pest Solutions today for a free quote. Visit our website or call us at 901-377-9915.

 

Sources:

https://www.epa.gov/safepestcontrol/termites-how-identify-and-control-them

 

Rid All Termite & Pest Solutions
6229 Hwy. 305 N. Suite J
Olive Branch, MS 38654
901-377-9915 tiffany@ridallbug.com

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