Be On The Lookout!

One of the greatest hazards any homeowner faces is termites, which do more damage than fires, storms, and earthquakes combined. The damage these intruders cause occurs when they eat, and they survive by eating wood, paper, fiberboard, cotton fabrics and other cellulose products. In the worst cases, they can actually threaten the structural integrity of a home, and that is where the danger lies.
There are several clear indications of termite infestations. In spring, reproductive swarmers emerge in great numbers. Their wings break off after flight, so piles of wings are proof that termites are present. Other signs are damage to wood, visible mud tubes, and live termites.
There is good news for those homeowners who have termites. Today, homeowners have options for treatment from chemical barriers to inground and above ground bait systems which attract termites at their mud tubes. If you want more information, contact your pest control professional, or contact me at slaunchbaugh@cbtulsa.com for the name of a local pest control company.