Termites are called silent destroyers for a good reason. If you have ever seen a single termite, it's hard to fathom the amount of damage they can do. They are generally less than half an inch long but their strength comes in numbers. A household infestation can swell up to thousands of termites if left unchecked. If an infestation is spotted, immediately consult professionals to deal with the problem.
Here are some ways in which you can assess the scale of your termite infestation.
Hollow sounding wood
Termite activity may be indicated by wood that is blistering and sounds hollow. If you gently tap on the wood and it sounds hollow and papery, termites may have eaten away at the inside.
Damage to paint or wallpaper
Termites eat, move around, and leave tunnels and pin-sized exit holes. This damages baseboards and laminated flooring. If you see bubbling paint, bb-sized spots, or unexplained damage, it is a sure indicator of termites beneath the woods.
Jammed doors or windows
Do you have a door or window that suddenly feels stuck? This might be an early sign of an infestation because termites tend to target locations like doors and windows that are exposed and easy to access.
Mud tubes and frass
The most typical sign of a subterranean termite infestation is the presence of mud tubes. These serve as pathways and are made out of mud and termite droppings.
Termite swarmers around the property
It takes several years for a termite colony to grow large enough to be able to grow swarmers. Killing the swarmers does nothing to solve the problem, as swarmers are sent out of mature colonies to start new colonies, generally during early spring or before a spell of rain. At this point, it is advised to call for professional help.
When it comes to termites, the best thing to do is to act right away. If you are looking for professional pest control services that specialise in termite trearment, get connected with Truly Nolen India. They have decades of experience with all kinds of pests all around the world. Truly Nolen India specialises in scientific and methodological pest control services and has a team of trained and well-equipped personnel.
If you want to book an appointment and get an analysis of the infestation, visit Truly Nolen India's website.
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