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| How do I know if I have termites? |
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Recognizing termites is tricky, since they are often difficult to distinguish from flying ants. Termites swarm in the spring and fall when a group of adult males and females leave their nest to establish a new colony. Termites have relatively straight, beadlike antennae, while ants have elbowed antennae. Termites have two pair of wings (front and back) that are of almost equal length. Ants also have two pair of wings but the fore wings are much larger than the hind wings. The abdomen of the termite is broadly joined to the thorax while the abdomen and thorax of the ant are joined by a narrow waist. Termite damage can be located by probing wood (i.e main beams, support beams) with a screwdriver, ice pick, or knife. Start inspection in the basement and use a bright flashlight. Look for telltale |