Identify Termites

Termites are invisible, hidden from the eye, insects that can cause severe destruction to a home or commercial property.

Home Termite Infestations:

Colors and size: Small, white, tan, or black insects.
Main source Of food: Wooden buildings.
California termite types: Drywood, dampwood and subterranean species.

Signs of termite infestation:
• Sawdust-like piles near wood surfaces or elongated, pellet-shaped droppings.
• Dirt or mud-like tubes or trails.
• Damaged dark wood.
• Swarming winged insects inside the structure, especially in the spring or fall.

Costly Termite Destruction

Termites become a very costly problem when they consume the wood in your structure. Every year homes, commercial properties and apartment building in the Southern California require treatment for the control of termites. Termite damage accounts for billions of dollars spent every year in the U.S.

Termites in California include drywood, dampwood, and subterranean species. An invasion of these pests will cause serious destruction to a home or busines owner’s property. Termites also attack stored food, books, and household furniture.

Where might a termite infestation be?

  • Lumber from new construction
  • Landscape timbers
  • Firewood
  • Trees
  • Plants
  • Sawdust
  • Mulch
  • Wood in boats
  • Potted plants
  • Mobile homes
  • Paper

Identifying A Termite:

If you suspect termites around your home, or in your walls it would be wise to contact a pest control company to determine if you actually have a termite problem. Mariners Pest Control in Southern California knows what to look for when inspecting your home.

Call now to have a Mariners termite inspector come out to your home and determine if drywood or subterranean termites are infesting your home.

The first step to protecting your investment is calling: (888) 945 2847

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