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Signs Of Termite Infestation

Here are some of the common signs of termite infestation you should look out for:
Swarming insects during the day and often after rainfall
Discarded wings on window sills or along walls
Baseboards and floors that sound hollow when tapped
Cracked or bubbling paint
Mud tubes and mud protruding from cracks between boards, beams and/or foundation.
Because the evidence of […]

What Does Termite Damage Look Like

Here are some of the termite damage visuals which may give you an idea of how termite damage look like.
Here is an example of termite damage to a floor joist. Note the burrowing tunnels as this is typically indicative of the presence of termites.

In the following picture, you will not only see the burrowing […]

Extent of Termite Damage

You may be surprise, as a homeowner, the amount of damage termites can do to your home. Even though these pesky insects are less than a centimeter in length, the amount of damage a termite can do far outweighs its small size. There is never just one termite inside a home – there […]