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Why do I have a termite problem?
The two biggest attractants for subterranean termites are moisture and wood. Worker termites leave their nest each day to search for reliable food sources. They move through the soil or mud tubes they build above the ground. Damp soil around our homes' perimeter caused by overgrown vegetation, lack of gutters, leaky pipes, and dripping air conditioners or hoses creates the excess moisture termites love. The small size of termites allows them to move into our homes through the tiniest cracks in foundations. Worker termites also get inside through pieces of wood in our homes, making direct contact with the ground, preferring to move through soft or rotting wood.
Once inside, they move towards moisture areas and feed on structural wood, wooden floor joists, wood fixtures, drywall, wooden beams, and other cellulose-rich items.
Where will I find termites?
Outside in our Boston yards, termites create nests in moisture-rich areas. They use fallen trees, dead trees, tree stumps, and other organic debris as food sources.
When termites enter our homes, they remain largely out of sight. Termites travel through our houses behind walls, under floors, and above ceilings, moving into pieces of wood and feeding on its interior. Because these “silent invaders” are rarely seen, it can take months or years for a homeowner to realize a termite infestation has taken over their home. In many cases, homeowners discover termite damage before seeing actual termites.
Because termites are silent invaders, being proactive and guarding your home from these damaging pests is vital. Scheduling regular termite inspections is critical to maintaining a termite-free home.
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