Termites are active year round, causing costly damage to wood structures in Temecula. However, most of the year, termites are virtually unseen—doing their work behind the scenes. But, in spring, the subterranean termites that are local to Temecula make a brief appearance, giving Temecula homeowners the opportunity to spot an infestation that they may not be able to see during the rest of the year.
Subterranean “Swarmer” Termites Appear in Temecula in Early Spring
There are several telltale signs that termites have taken up residence in your home or place of business. The first sign is the presence of what are known as “swarmers.” Swarmers are the reproductive members of a termite colony, and they travel in large, flying groups. They each have two pairs of wings, which lie flat when the termite is not flying.
Swarmers start to appear when outdoor temperatures are consistently above 70 degrees. As young male and female swarmers couple up for mating, they break off each other’s wings. So, in case you miss the swarms of termites flying around your Temecula residence or business, you can also be on the lookout for the broken-off wings lying about.
Termite Mud Tubes
A third sign of wood-destroying subterranean termites, is the presence of mud tubes. Termite mud tubes are the tunnels that termites create to connect their nests to their food source (your home or business). They are made of dirt, feces, and saliva, and are most often seen outside along a building’s foundation, but may also be found inside. A mud tube is a sign that termites have moved in. Hopefully, you can catch them early, before they have the chance to do serious damage.
Termites Are Not a Seasonal Problem in Temecula!
Of course, spring isn’t the only time to be aware of termite activity—it’s just the time of year when it is the most obvious to most Temecula home or business owners. Throughout the year, you can keep an eye out for bubbling or cracking paint, or wood that sounds hollow when tapped on. Either could be a sign that termites have made their way into your structure and have begun doing damage.
Termite Treatment for Temecula Homes and Businesses
If you suspect you have a termite problem, call or contact a Temecula termite control company, like Knockout Pest Control & Termite, as soon as possible. There are currently no effective DIY termite treatment options, but professional termite treatment is extremely effective in ridding your home or business of termites. Knockout Pest Control & Termite always uses licensed contractors and professional tradesmen, who are also able to take care of any repairs or wood replacement that needs to be done in order to fix the damage done by termites.
