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Termites are a top threat to the value of your residential or commercial property. According to industry insiders, a termite colony is five times more likely to damage your home than a fire. Most home insurance policies cover fire damage. However, property owners usually aren’t shielded from expenses related to termite damage. South Florida properties are particularly prone to termite infestations. V Pest Control specializes in protecting homes and businesses from aggressive termite colonies with our effective termite treatment. We’ve put together some information that’ll help you to identify a termite problem, understand your treatment options, and prevent future infestations.
Thousands of termite species exist on earth, but only about 45 of them make their homes in the United States. The subterranean termite and the drywood termite are two termite types that live in and around Miami, Florida.
As their name implies, sub termites live underground. Their 1/8-inch body can be either a creamy white or a dark brown. Surprisingly, this small insect belongs to one of the most destructive termite classes on earth. The sharp teeth of sub termites chew through wood 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Drywood termites have large colonies that live, eat, and breed in dry wood. They chew through support beams and framing in attics, walls, and floors. Even your wooden furniture isn’t safe from these winged pests.
Because of their size and the quiet nature of their work, termites are often hard to detect. Sub termites are known for the tunnels that they make to access food sources above ground. You’ll likely see signs of their tunnels near your property’s foundation. Drywood termites cause damage that takes several years to manifest. They swarm during spring to reproduce. After they swarm, you may see their discarded wings on wooden windowsills or door frames.
While property owners can buy chemical liquids and baits at their local retail stores, effective termite treatment is often only achieved by pest management experts. Most pest control Miami companies use a combination of chemical and physical treatments to eliminate termite colonies and stop future infestations. Their skilled technicians have access to the latest equipment for non-toxic pest control. Modern termite treatments include thermal, freezing, and electrocution methods that rid your home of pests without harming your family’s health. Ask Tritech’s specialists about the company’s green termite treatments.
You can prevent a drywood termite infestation by not placing scrap wood or firewood near your home. Subterranean termites love moist soil. To stop a subterranean termite colony in its tracks, don’t let water accumulate near your home’s foundation.
Not sure if your property has a termite problem? Take the steps to find and eliminate termite colonies in your home or business by contacting the experts at V Pest Control. We do complete termite inspections for South Florida homes and businesses. If a colony is present, we’ll present you with the best options to quickly and safely get rid of the problem. We also provide
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