Thanks! We were able to find a lot of damage in a house we just bought. We put up videos of the damage and will be documenting how we fix it. We are just DIY homeowners.
Glad I’m not the only one that thought this took way too long to tell us 3 warning signs. And they are warning signs that we might not see, and if we actually do see them it might be too late. Thanks!
Summary: 1. look for termite wings 2. Southern U.S. is more likely because of humidity. Starts in basement or cellar. Look for mud tubes. 3. Hardest to spot. Wood damage.
Good info. It would have been super helpful if you could add a photo or two at each point. Like what do termite wings look like? What do those mud tubes look like? Thanks for info.
Absolutely! Despite the dry climate, Arizona does have significant termite issues. Regular inspections and preventive treatments are crucial to protect your property.
My landlord continues to say that the type of termites we have don't require a tent. The wood frames in the house are rotten. They come out at night between 7pm and 9pm After a 14 hour day of work. Wings are ferocious as well as their dead ant and maggot looking bodies. They are everywhere. I'm in South Florida. Landlord has sent someone to spray 3x and NOTHING is working. Please help with any advice
Drywood termites don't necessarily require tenting. There are plenty of ways to treat drywood termites without tenting. Also, tenting has no residual effect. It might, I say might, kill what's there, but there are no guarantees and it has zero preventative effect to future infestations.
Can you hear box elder bugs in the walls? What do they sound like? I’ve seen elder bugs in our house from time to time so wondering if that’s what it is.
I noticed you didn’t mention dust like wood shavings in the corner outside of cabinets?. Is that termites. Is there someway to get rid of those without an exterminator?
I just told them that if they stay they need to pay rent! They didn’t like that and complained that they are termites and have no access to rent money. That’s too bad! Then you aren’t allowed access to my apartment! I haven’t seen a termite in my apartment since! Just charge them rent!! They will stay away…
Termites typically thrive in moist environments, so drying out their habitat can indeed discourage their presence. However, it's best to consult a pest control expert for effective termite management.
My bed is in the corner of my room and right on the wall next to it I noticed a few months ago 2 small holes like the ones that form when you nail something into the wall. Months later on my wall there is 14 holes, some of which are too small for nails to fit in. Do I have termites?
gregmpalumbo yes. I was wondering what the wings and where they come from? Bcuz windows close si im wondering how come every morning more wings. And the little droplets now from the burrowing looks like dry yeast
