Warm weather brings termites, and colonies can travel hundreds of feet from their home. While a cloud of termites may seem ominous, it does not necessarily mean that you have an infestation. To learn more about swarming termites and potential infestations, read the following five facts.
Swarmers Are Not Aggressive
When people think of swarming insects, they think of an angry hive of wasps flooding their home. In reality, termites are not aggressive or grouped together. Swarming termites merely fly simultaneously from their nest to look for a new nesting site, food and potential mates. When this happens, you will notice flying insects that look similar to winged ants.
Getting Your House Inspected Does Not Mean That You Are Termite Free
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Depending on the species and the region, swarming can occur at different times. Normally, termites start to swarm in the springtime and occasionally in the fall. Many species start to swarm after a recent rainfall. Since termites are attracted to lights, turning off porch lights and exterior lighting can prevent termites from entering your home.
Swarmers Will Not Hurt Your Home If You Have Used a Termiticide Treatment
While you will still see swarming termites in your home, you do not have to worry about them if your home has already been treated. A pest control company can apply a termiticide treatment that prevents an infestation. If you have never treated your home, then the presence of swarmers means that you have or will have an infestation. When this happens, it is important to exterminate the termites immediately before more damage is caused.
Sometimes, homeowners report that termite swarms appear after they have treated their home. This does not mean that the treatment was ineffective. All it means is that a termite colony exists in the nearby area or in a surrounding home. As long as your home has been treated for termites recently, you should be
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