Has your property become a breeding ground for termites? They can be such a menace! Don't let them get the better of you.

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Termites can be a homeowner's worst nightmare, causing extensive damage to properties. In Central Texas, the majority of termites are subterranean, living in colonies deep underground. These pests are constantly on the hunt for wood and other cellulose-containing materials, making your home their prime target. One of the key factors that attracts termites is moisture. They are drawn to areas with leaky plumbing or damp spaces, which provide them with the ideal conditions for survival and reproduction. This means that even a small water leak in your home can become an open invitation for these destructive creatures.To protect your property from termite infestations, it is crucial to take proactive measures. While there are various DIY methods available, relying solely on these may not always be effective. This is where professional termite control services come into play.

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Termites can cause significant damage to your property, and it's not just limited to structural wood. These pesky insects can also feed on furniture, books, paper, insulation, as well as trees and shrubs. Their appetite for wood extends beyond just buildings.

It's important to understand that termites not only feed on wood but also on dead plants and trees. They extract nutrients from cellulose, an organic fiber found in various materials. This means that no wooden item is safe from their destructive tendencies.

Protecting your home and belongings from termites is crucial in order to avoid costly repairs and potential hazards. By taking proactive measures and investing in termite control solutions, you can safeguard your property against these relentless pests.

Don't wait until it's too late! Act now to prevent termites from wreaking havoc on your home or office space. Trust in our expertise and effective termite control methods to keep these destructive insects at bay. Contact us today for a thorough inspection and tailored solutions that will give you peace of mind knowing that your property is termite-free.

Workers are responsible for constructing tunnels and chambers, as well as feeding other termites. Soldier termites are yellow brown in color, with enlarged heads and large mandibles. Soldier termites are useful in combat, but are incapable of feeding themselves. The reproductive termites are darker in color, and are born with two pairs of wings, long, skinny bodies, and non-segmented antennae. Worker and Soldier termites live up to two years. Queen termites can live up to a decade in optimal climate conditions.

Termites can live in your home and on your property for an extended amount of time before being detected. To keep damage at a minimum, watch out for these warning signs of termite activity.



• Drooping or discolored drywall
• Peeling paint that resembles water damage
• Wood that sounds hollow when it is tapped
• Pinpoint holes in drywall
• Wooden or laminate floorboards that have begun to buckle
• Excessively squeaky floorboards
• Crumbling, damaged wood
• Stuck windows or doors
• Furniture, floorboards, or walls that have maze like patterns in them
• Mounds of dry wood termite pellets, often resembling small piles of salt or pepper
• Piles of wings left behind after swarms that resemble fish scales
• Mud tubes climbing the foundation of a structure
• Flying termite swarms anywhere on your property