Professional Termite Experts In Columbus

Every day, America's homes are targeted by a dangerous predator that causes millions of dollars worth of damage – subterranean termites. These termites live in underground colonies and work 24 hours a day to destroy your home from the inside out. There can be millions of termites in a colony, but you may never see any evidence of them – until a pest management professional discovers they've seriously damaged your home. In fact, termites cause $5 billion worth of damage each year in the U.S. alone – damage not covered by most homeowners insurance.

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What do termites look like?

Termites are often mistaken for flying ants, but there are noticeable differences:

Ants

  • Elbowed Antennae
  • Hard Body
  • Narrow Waist
  • Front Wings Longer than Back
  • 3 Body Segments

Termites

  • Straight Bead-like Antennae
  • Soft Body
  • Thick Waist
  • Two Pair Of Wings Equal In Length
  • 2 Body Segments
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How can termites enter my home?

Termites can enter homes with just a 1/32" opening. They follow tree roots and construction conduits, such as pipes and footers, to gain entry into homes. Termites constantly forage and evaluate the size and quality of food resources as they seek out cellulose.

 Tips to Deter Termites:

Look for wood-to-ground contact. 

Anywhere soil makes contact with wood gives termites a direct path to their next meal. Wood siding, porch steps, and latticework, for example, should be at least 6" above ground. 

Look for damp spots around your home. 

Termites attract moisture, so ensure your gutters are clean and downspouts divert water away from the foundation: repair leaky faucets, air conditioners, and plumbing around or under your home. 

Move firewood/lumber away from your home. 

Also, keep mulch and landscape timbers away from your house. 

Keep your shrubs trimmed. 

Repair damaged wood. 

Seal cracks in your foundation.

 Seal basement cracks, repair mortar joints, and any gaps around plumbing or wiring.

Have your home inspected once a year. It takes a trained eye to identify potential problem spots. Even if you can't see any evidence of termites, it pays to have a professional inspection because termites eat wood from the inside out. The longer you wait, the more damage they can do.

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