Termite Swarming-What You Need To Know
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The South is a hotspot for many pests, but Termites especially this time of year. Termite Swarming in Late Spring to early Summer each year, pest control experts are on high alert for these wood-eating critters. Homeowners must be aware of certain signs and dangers and really know what they’re up against!
There are two types of Termites that you need to look out for; Subterranean and Formosan. You’ll see Subterranean Termites during daytime and Formosan Termites usually at night. Formosan Termites are a dominant species and the most commonly found in homes! They nest inside soil and trees and invade structures through wood to ground contact or mud tubes they create from the soil.
Formosan Termites are one of the most destructive species in the United States and are a major concern for residents in the south. Because they love warmer weather and humidity, they are mostly found in Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, Georgia, Louisiana, South Carolina and some part of North Carolina! A nest can contain millions of termites which in turn can cause tremendous damage, millions of dollars worth! Formosan termites can multiply and destroy wood structures faster than any other subterranean species! Because of this alarming number it is hard to remove termite infestations without professional termite control.
Formosan colonies produce swarms of winged males and females, these are their reproductive form. One colony can produce thousands of swarmers that mate and then go on to produce their own colonies. You can find them on any given evening, flying around lights in or around homes or buildings and may even be crawling inside after dropping their wings. When it’s swarming season, they’re just about everywhere! You have to protect your property with professional help to ensure you have the best termite control and protection for your home.
If you find swarmers in your home, do not panic. Immediately contact a trained termite expert to inspect your property and verify the source of the swarmers. The source could be termite activity close to your home, like a tree infestation, or an infestation inside of your home. Every swarm sighting needs to be investigated! Many people mistake swarmers for other flying insects such as ants because of their similarities, so it’s best to call a professional to know for sure what you’re up against. If you do not have regular and ongoing protection, it’s not a question of “if” you get an infestation, but “when”. You could have a hidden infestation in your home causing thousands of dollars in damage years before it is even discovered!
Stay aware this swarm season. Keep your home protected with a reputable termite control company in Pensacola that knows the area and has experience with termites. You don’t want them coming in, let us help you keep them out.
Contact Extreme Termite and Pest Control at (850) 492-9225 today!
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