Termite Removal

Learn More About the 'Silent Destroyer'

The nasty termites are also called the "silent destroyers" because they are just that. They're hidden away in your home or business munching away on the wood that maintains your property's structure.

By the time you've discovered them on your property, it's often too late. Contact Pest Pro to get rid of the termites today.

How Can You Protect Your Home?

• Eliminate Moisture Problems
• Repair leaking faucets, water pipes, and A/C units
• Divert water from the foundation
• Keep gutters and downspouts clean
• Remove excessive plant cover and wood mulch
• Get rid of standing water on the roof
• Keep all vents clear and open
• Seal entry points around water and utility lines or pipes
• Remove Termite Food Sources
• Keep firewood, lumber or paper away from foundation or crawl space
• Get rid of stumps and debris near the house
• Place screens on outside vents
• Check decks and wooden fences for damage
• Wood on your home shouldn’t contact the soil

Know Your Termites

Termites are detritivores, or detritus feeders. This means they feed on dead plants and trees as well as dead parts of living trees, including wood and wood in the soil. This ability is what causes concern for you regarding your property. Termite workers only measure approximately 1 cm to a few millimeters in length, but they've got a big bite.

Subterranean termite homes are usually found in soil. Like ants, termites build elaborate tunnel systems and mud tunnels through which they access above-ground food sources. The drywood termite lives within the wood and can consume foundations, furniture, shelves and even books.

When a colony has matured, you'll be able to see winged, swarming termites around windows and doors. Winged termites are attracted to light and are most active in springtime. After mating, termites will locate a new breeding site and create another colony, spreading potential infestations throughout your property.

Warning Signs of a Potential Termite Problem