New Jersey pest control professionals are always busy during the springtime with calls from residents about swarms of termites. Experts believe that the unseasonably warm winter weather will cause the early departure of millions of termite and carpenter ant swarmer’s earlier than usual in 2012. Entomologists believe that American’s will see a higher level of pests because of the early spring temperature as well.
Termites are social insects that live in colonies that range in size but are often found numbering into the millions. It is estimated that termites cause nearly $5 billion in damages to homes and businesses across the United States, none of which is covered by a homeowner’s insurance policy. Termites will feed on books, furniture, wood flooring, cabinets, drywall, boxes, roofing material, and the walls of your home.
New Jersey pest control experts report that by the time a homeowner notices the signs that termites are present, extensive damage from the pests have occurred. No home in the United States is safe from an invasion of termites.
NJ pest control professionals say that you can limit your exposure to termites and help keep your repair costs down from these destructive pests by:
• Watching for signs of termites: Hallow sounding wood, discarded wings, areas of cracked or bubbled paint, and piles of sawdust are signs that termites are present.
• Look for termite entry points, ie…cracks and/or crevices so that they can be treated and sealed.
• Termites need moisture to survive so do not let water pool near your home.
• Condensation under a home or business is like ringing the dinner bell for termites. Keeping that space dry will help keep termites away.
• Call a New Jersey pest control professional for an annual termite inspection and learn about the various treatment options if termites are found in your home or business.