San Antonio-New Braunfels-Canyon Lake Household Termite Control

There are a wide variety of different species of termites on our planet and they all have one thing in common – they are destructive little beasts. In nature, this destruction plays an important role in the eternal life cycle, but in our cities and suburbs, these insects have no place. So how do you know if these little insects have taken up residence in your home and continued their devastation?

You should notice brown or black insects in large numbers that resemble ants but are larger. Some termite species have wings that help them get further from their nest in the search for something to destroy. If you are unsure whether you have termites or just a regular ant infestation, give a termite inspector a call.

One of these inspectors should be available from one of your local termite control suppliers. The inspectors know what they are looking for and will be able to determine what type of termites you have, the extent of the infestation, as well as provide you with a plan for ridding your home of the insects before they become a financial burden.
You should know that getting rid of termites is a complicated business and that you can’t really take care of the problem yourself. Everyday insecticides and ant killers may get rid of the termites that you can see, but not those living somewhere in your home. The eggs and larvae of the termites in a nest will also not be affected.

Termite control specialists will take care of all the insects, from egg to adult. However, you need to make sure that you understand the plan of action before they get started to avoid any misunderstandings later on. You and your family may be required to vacate the home for a few days so that fumigation can take place. The chemicals used to kill the termites can be dangerous to your health. This is however dependent on the extent of the infestation.

The termite control staff will also need to locate the source of the termites which is of course the nest that has been built somewhere inside your home. Unfortunately, locating and destroying the nest may necessitate the lifting of floor panels, looking inside wall spaces, or getting into the ceiling.

While your termite busting team will endeavor to do as little damage as possible, it is inevitable that a mark will be left on the home. Look at this as a good time to get started on those renovations that you have been thinking about. The destruction left by the termites will also need to be removed. Any wood or other materials that the beasts have gotten their jaws into will be damaged to the extent that it could become a hazard in the home. Find out if your termite control specialists provide a service to remove all damaged materials from your home.

Once you are rid of the termites, it is important to keep them away. So make sure that you take the necessary measures so that you don’t have to go to great expense to repair the damage a second time. You will want to make sure your home receives a regular termite inspection.