The Termite Guy FAQs

Look for small kickout holes with pellets, hollow-sounding wood, and swarmers or shed wings near windows and light fixtures.

They spread through swarmers that fly to new locations and establish colonies directly in wood. They can also spread through infested furniture.

Control moisture problems, repair leaks, improve ventilation, and remove decay-damaged wood to prevent dampwood termite infestations.

Drywood termites typically enter through exposed wood or small gaps around windows and doors. They can also infest wooden furniture.

They commonly infest wood with ground contact, areas near plumbing leaks, and poorly ventilated spaces with moisture issues.

Dampwood termite damage progresses more slowly than other species, but they can cause significant structural damage if moisture issues persist.

Unlike subterranean termites, dampwood termites don't require soil contact but need wood with high moisture content.

Dampwood termites are larger than other termite species, and soldiers have large, dark heads with curved mandibles.

Dampwood termites are attracted to wood with high moisture content, particularly decaying or water-damaged wood.

Argentine ants are active year-round but become more noticeable indoors during extreme weather conditions, especially during hot, dry periods.