If you’ve found broken wings, mud tubes, decayed termites and other evidence of a termite infestation, it may be time to call a pest control company.
If you’ve been wondering how termites get into your home, you may be surprised to learn just how these sneaky little pests can be:
Termites Build Mud Tubes
One of the most common signs of a termite infestation is mud tubes in your basement, internal or external walls, or foundation. They can also enter the home through voids and cracks.
Termites use mud tubes to travel from their underground colonies to their food sources. It is important to contact a pest control company immediately if you notice any of these signs.
Termites Tunnel Through Tiny Pinholes
If you think termites can’t tunnel through drywall, think again! Termites burrow through wood and drywalls and can incidentally meet a surface. When this happens, it creates a series of pinholes visible from the outside.
Pinholes are exit or kick holes that allow adult termites to leave the tunnels before the onset of a mating period for reproduction.
These pinholes are also defecation points where termites drop their frass or sometimes clamp them together to form dry crusty caps that completely cover them up.
They Feed On Rotting Wood
If you have rotting wood near your house, it could be a termite breeding ground. However, these pests are not restricted to rotting wood; they will feed all kinds, including pressure-treated wood. Even small amounts of moisture are enough to attract them. Additionally, if you notice soggy soil near your house, this is also a vacancy sign.
They Can Detect Vibrations and Noises
Termites can detect vibrations and sounds undetected by humans. Termites have organs that vibrate and emit noises when they are in danger. These sounds are created by the pounding of wood by soldier and worker termites. If you’re someone with canorous hearing, you might notice something is amiss!
What To Do When I Notice Any of These Signs?
Do you have unwanted guests munching away at the core stability of your home? Need some help in showing them the door? Then give Rockypest a call today. We’ll send one of our technicians to evaluate the situation.
Our tech will discuss the best options for termite treatment in Perth with you. Together we’ll come up with an affordable and effective solution.