3 Signs You Might Have a Termite Problem

July 26, 2022

Termites are pretty pesky. They can scurry into your home unbeknownst to you and take over your walls or even your entire house. Luckily, the insects are relatively easy to identify. With the help of a pest control company, you can take plenty of steps to treat an outbreak and even avoid termite infestations in the future. According to The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Americans spend about five billion U.S. dollars on average on termite damage repairs alone. The following are signs you have a termite problem.

1. A Musty Smell

Termites are complex little insects that can wreak havoc on your home and its contents. They can build colonies in wood by tunneling through it or by making mud tubes on the surface of the wood. The termites can produce more saliva as a colony without proper ventilation in the area, and the saliva has a distinctive smell that is often not pleasant. If your home smells foul, call a pest control company to help eliminate termites.

2. Debris or Droppings

You might have a termite problem when you see wooden debris around your home. It's possible the wooden debris is remnants of a termite colony feasting on light-colored wood like cedar. They may also be droppings from the insects' attempts to feast on your home if they are hardwood. The droppings may also mean there are active termites themselves. Either way, it would be wise to contact a pest control company to handle the situation as quickly as possible.

3. Damage to Your Home

When you notice that part of your house structure has damage, it could be because of a termite infestation. Some signs you may see are gaps or holes in the wall, a crack in the foundation, visible wood damage, and an exterior wall with visible cracks. Pipe leaks and water stains are also signs of termite infestation. Call a pest control company to help you out in these cases. You should also contact a professional if your pipes are leaking and have water stains on them.

When you notice the above signs, get out your bug spray and do something about it immediately. You can prevent further damage as well as eliminate the infestation. Have a pest control company inspect the structure if you notice much damage to your building.

If you discover that there are termites in your home, do not panic. A pest control company will assess the damage and determine a course of action for treatment. For more details on how to identify and get rid of pests, please get in touch with us today here at Dunphy's ExtermaPest Inc.

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