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Termites or Flying Ants? Here’s Signs of Termites

the difference! • Discarded wings, near
windowsills and doors,
are often the only
outwardly visible sign of
an infestation.

• Subterranean termites
build mud tubes found
near the home’s
foundation to provide
moisture while they
travel between their
colony and food source.
• Wood that is soft and
sounds hollow when
tapped is also a sign.

• Uneven or bubbling
paint is often a sign of
moisture build-up, which
could mean one of two
things – water damage
or termites
• Light, wood-colored
droppings that resemble
sawdust inside or outside
the home.

Termite Prevention
• Eliminate moisture by repairing • Avoid wood mulch close to the
pipes, air conditioning units, and home.
other home appliances that may • Store firewood away from the
leak.
home.
• Seal cracks in the foundation and • Get rid of excess wood like tree
around utility lines or pipes with stumps or yard debris.
good quality caulking.