Termites Joplin, MO

While the many different types of termites that can be found throughout the country have differing characteristics, all species look similar to one another. The length of a termite is usually between 1/4-1/2 of an inch. Most termites will also have antennas and can have an appearance that’s similar to ants. These insects can range in color from white to brown. If you spot one or two termites, there’s a good chance that the surrounding area consists of a high number of these pests, which means that termite treatment would be necessary to prevent further damage to the property.

The three most common types that are found in homes include:

• Damp-wood termites – They usually live in conditions with high amounts of moisture. It’s common for these termites to enter homes where wood is coming into contact with relatively damp soil surrounding the home.
• Dry-wood termites – They tend to live in coastal towns and cities. While a damp-wood termite needs moisture to survive, dry-wood ones can live without having much contact with moisture.
• Subterranean termites – They live underground in large nests.

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Signs of Termites and Termite Damage

The easiest way to detect termites in your home is by first searching for signs of damage that a termite can cause. The five primary signs of termites being present in your home include:

• Notable evidence of termite swarms – When termites swarm, they will typically leave behind evidence of doing so, which usually comes in the form of discarded wings
• Issues in wood flooring – If blisters or dark areas appear on your wood flooring, this could be a sign that these insects are starting to damage the wood
• Wood that has been damaged or hollowed – When termites have eaten a significant amount of wood, the wood will have an empty sound to it as well as a honeycomb interior
• Termite droppings – When termites swarm, they can leave behind mounds of small pellets that look like coffee grounds
• The presence of mud tubes – If you notice thin tubes of mud along wood flooring or walls, these tubes are designed to connect termites directly to their main source of food