If you live in an area prone to termites, then you should have your home or business inspected for these insects at least once a year. Our team at Florida Termite Inspections, LLC has extensive experience in examining buildings to look for termites, and you can count on us to give you the accurate report you need. In this article, we will provide an overview of how the termite inspection process works and what we look for so you know what to expect.
- Check for Frass – One of the key things we look for during a termite inspection is frass, or termite droppings. Frass resembles sawdust or ground pepper, and its presence is one of the earliest and most reliable indications of termite activity.
- Check for Wings – Another thing you should know about how our termite inspection work is that we check for signs of termite swarms. Termites typically travel to new homes in swarms, and after they have arrived, the insects will shed their wings. Our team checks for shed wings during our inspection, as their presence indicates that termites are hiding somewhere in your home.
- Check for Wood Damage – A third essential step in our termite inspection process is checking your wood for signs of damage. Termite damage generally occurs from the inside of the wood out, so we check for damage based on sound more than sight. Our team will knock on your wood furniture, flooring, and other features to determine if it sounds hollow—if it does, then it is likely you have termites.