Termites are a major concern for homeowners in the Southeast and especially in South Carolina. Wood structures are at high risk, but don’t think they’re the only ones. Termites are capable of navigating through plaster, metal siding and other materials to feed on cabinets, floors, ceilings and wooden furniture inside your home. Recognizing the signs of termite infestation could save you thousands of dollars in repairs. Termites can feast on your home for quite a while before you see any visible damage. Find out what to look for.
- MUD TUBES on foundation walls, exterior walls, wood beams or in crawlspaces.
- CRACKED or bubbling paint.
- WOOD that sounds hollow when tapped.
- A TEMPORARY SWARM of winged insects in your home or from the soil around your home.
- DISCARDED WINGS from swarmers.
