Insect
Termites
Termites feed on cellulose in wood and can quietly compromise a home's structure long before they're noticed. Subterranean termites — the most common type — build mud tubes from the soil to their food source.
How to Identify
- Straight antennae and a broad waist (unlike ants)
- Swarmers have two pairs of equal-length wings
- Creamy-white workers stay hidden inside wood or soil
- Mud tubes on foundations are a telltale sign
Habits & Dangers
- Feed 24/7 on wood, flooring, and even paper
- Cause damage that's usually not covered by insurance
- Colonies can contain hundreds of thousands of members
- Often go undetected until damage is significant
Prevention Tips
- Keep wood, mulch, and soil away from the foundation
- Fix moisture problems and improve drainage
- Store firewood away from the house
- Schedule annual professional termite inspections
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