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Are Termites Active In The Winter?

 Despite being very small in size Termites are very well known around the state of Ohio to destroy homes. What many don’t realize, is the insects, unlike others, don't go dormant when the weather turns cold. In fact, they can do most of their destruction during the winter time. so I will explain to you in this blog how Termites are active year round. 

Termites Behavior during the cold months 
When the cooler temperatures start to arrive in the fall in Ohio, We start notice an uptick in calls. To guard themselves against the freezing weather, termites will dig deeper tunnels into houses. Termites are also looking for food like other critters around Ohio, so they become even more active burrowing into wood and foundations of homes to get out of the cold temps.Termites also create nesting areas during the fall and winter. As they prepare for babies to arrive in the spring, the insects continue to dig deeper tunnels in and around the foundations of homes. 

Signs Termites are present in your home or business

While termites are commonly associated with annihilating wood structures, they can also cause major damage to plaster, drywall, flooring, and furniture. There are several signs a house is infested. Be on the lookout for squeaky or loose floorboards, discolored drywall, and peeling paint. Tap on wood frames around doors and windows; if they sound hollow, termites may have created mudtubes there. 

We also encourage homeowners to look for signs, such as the insects' fecal matter, which resembles small grains of pepper and salt, wood shavings, also Check your house's foundation for long tubes of mud, termites build these out of mud and their own fecal matter to burrow deep into structures. Keep an eye out for their discarded wings, which are generally clear and shiny like fish scales.

One of the key ways to prevent termite damage to homes and businesses is to be proactive. The team of experienced technicians here at AllPest Pest Control can protected your home or business from this wood destroying insects. you can call to get a free inspection any where in the Miami Valley, Dayton Ohio 

you can get a better understanding on why Termite inspection are so important by reading

3 Benefits of Having Regular Termite Inspections 



 If any type of Termite infestation is ever found in your home or business its important to call the professionals at AllPest Pest Control & Wildlife Removal a trusted pest control company that services the entire Miami Valley. Whether it’s your home, school, office, restaurant, health care facility, daycare, or industrial facility, we will evaluate your pest problem and recommend a customized approach to achieve the best results. We are truly committed to providing the very best Pest Control service possible. Contact us by phone (937)884-5646 or through our website. And be sure to like us on Facebook.