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Termites are voracious wood-eaters that can cause significant structural damage to homes.
We’ve put together 9 early warning signs that termites are eating their way through your home.
Learn more about how to detect termite damage.
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Winged termites are oftenconfused with winged ants.
To distinguish the two, look at the wings.
The four termite wings are equal in length and nearly twice as long as the termite body.
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This could be termites moving or eating.
Take the time to look for other signs that indicate termites.
Rippled or sunken traces behind wallpaper are indicative of termites tunneling underneath.
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Occasionally termites also bore tiny holes through drywall or plaster, accompanied by bits of soil around the margin.
Termites create small, pin-sized holes in wood surfaces as they seek entry points into the home.
The problem can also be due to termites that have damaged the wood around the openings.
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If you see termites in the damaged wood, you know there is an active infestation.
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