Flying termites are also known as swarmer termites or alates. These insects are a major problem and a signal for a more serious termite infestation in your house. If by chance you have a flying termite infestation, Brady Pest Control in Grand Prairie provides flying termite treatment and relevant answers to safeguard your building.
Termites that fly or alates are destructive and must be controlled early before they cause serious damage to your property. Here is everything you want to know on how to get rid of flying termites from your house.
Identify Flying House Termites
You will see flying house termites swarming around lights, windows, or even around moisture damaged/deteriorating wood. Swarmer termites are winged termites that leave from their colonies to mate and form new colonies. Identify these insects at their early stages if you don’t want termites to cause damage to the structure of your house. Termites have beaded antennas, Ants have a straight antenna. Termite wing pairs are the same in length, ant wing pairs vary in length. The termites abdomen is thicker, while an ants abdomen slims near the abdomen area.
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How to Get Rid of Flying Termites?
We recommend calling a licensed termite professional. Brady Pest Control termite treatments will kill and prevent termite activity for up to 15 years.
Prevent Future Infestations
1. Regular Inspections:
Conducting regular inspections helps recognize early signs of flying termite infestations. Make sure that your home is termite-free. Brady Pest Control offers professional inspection services in Grand Prairie, TX.
2. Clean Up Your Yard From Wood Contacting Ground:
Take away any rubbish, timber, and old furniture from your yard that may lure termites. When you keep your yard tidy, it will reduce the risk of flying termites infestation.
3. Treat Wood Surfaces:
To protect wooden structures in your home from termite invasions, we offer wood treatments; it works well for preventing termites from infesting wood for long periods and stops further invasions.
Final Words!
Getting rid of winged termites involves preventive actions and proper treatment techniques. Homeowners can protect their houses from these ruins using entrance blockers by using eco-friendly orange oils.
Contact Brady Pest Control for expert help. To book an appointment, contact us by phone at 817-714-5875. Please fill out our form to schedule an inspection and treatment.
FAQs
How to kill winged termites?
a full perimeter termite treatment is recommended to kill and prevent further termite infestations.
What causes flying termites in your house?
Flying termites enter your house seeking mates to start new colonies. They are attracted to light, excessive moisture and rotting wood.
What are flying termites attracted to?
Flying termites are attracted to light, moisture, and wood.
How long do flying termites live in the house?
Flying termites typically live less than a day after taking flight, often mating to establish a new colony, then dying within hours.
Are flying termites harmful?
Flying termites themselves are not harmful, but their offspring can damage property.
Are flying termites active at night?
Yes, flying termites are active at night.
Can flying termites bite you?
No, flying termites do not bite humans.
Why do flying termites suddenly appear after rain?
Flying termites suddenly appear after rain because the newly dampened ground signals alates to begin their mating process.
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