Signs of a Termite Infestation
Are you wondering if subterranean termites have made themselves at home in your space? Here’s what to watch out for so you know when it's time to call in the Charleston pest control experts at Port City Pest Control.
- Hollow-sounding woodHollow-sounding wood: Tap on walls, floors, or furniture. If it sounds hollow, termites might be eating through it.
- Mud tubes: Small, pencil-sized tunnels near the foundation or walls, built by termites for travel.
- Discarded wings: After swarming, termites shed their wings, often found near windowsills or entry points.
- Frass (termite droppings): Resembling small piles of sawdust or coffee grounds, often found near infested wood.
- Tight-fitting doors and windows: Termites create moisture while tunneling, causing the wood to warp and making doors or windows hard to open.
- Bubbling or peeling paint: Looks like water damage but can be caused by termites tunneling just below the surface.
- Soft or crumbling wood: Wood that easily breaks apart or appears damaged when touched.
