Detecting Termite Infestations in Your Home

TERMITE INFESTATIONS IN YOUR HOME COMMON TERMITES IN THE NORTHEAST SUBTERRANEAN TERMITES • Live in colonies in soil • Found in all U.S. states except Alaska SIGNS OF TERMITÉS HOLLOW SOUNDS « (« (« « > Termites eat the wood and hollow it out • Subterranean termites live in the soil and bring that soil up into the wOod • A wood surface can appear normal even if there are termites inside > If wood sounds hollow when tapped, you might have termites WINGS » You may see a group of winged insects known as "swarmers" • These termites fly to make new colonies when it's time to reproduce Shed wings are a sign of a termite infestation PAINT PROBLEMS > Look for cracked or damaged paint on wood surfaces MUD TUBES • Subterranean termites build these for moisture during their hunt for food • Tubes may be found on outside walls or on the house's foundation • Keep mulch, firewood, and bark chips a good distance from your home to discourage subterranean termites INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: Advanced Advanced Pest Management PEST MANAGEMENT www.advancedexterminating.com Sources: http://www.realtor.com/home-garden/home-maintenance/summer-maintenance/five-signs-y our-home-may-be-infested-with-termites.aspx http://www.termitesI01.org/warning-signs/