| What are Termites? |
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Anatomy of the termite.
Termites are often mistaken for flying ants, but there are noticeable
differences:
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- Termite wings tend to be equal in size while ant wings
are usually longer in front and shorter in back.
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- Ants' antennae are elbowed, while termites' are straight.
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- Ants have a narrow, pinched waist, while termites’
waists are thicker and less defined
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| How termites enter your home. |
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- Termites constantly forage and evaluate the size and
quality of food resources as they seek out cellulose, the primary
component of wood.
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- Termites follow tree roots and construction conduits
such as pipes and footers to gain entry into homes.
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- Termites enter homes with an opening as small as 1/32”.
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- Termites can be in your home for several years with
very few visible signs of activity.
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| How can you tell if termites are present in
or near your home? Unfortunately, there may be little warning.
But watch for these signs: |
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- Winged termites “swarming” during the day
or evening and often after rainfall
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- Termite evidence in or around windows and doorframes
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- “Mud tunnels” appearing on or around the
foundation, under windows or on a wall
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- Baseboards and floors which may sound hollow when tapped
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- Dead termites or termite wings on window sills or along
walls
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| Most importantly, call a pest management professional who is a licensed
and trained professional who can inspect your home and assess whether
termite protection is needed. |
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