Here are a few of the most common  termite warning signs of an infestation:

Subterranean Termites: Wood Damage

Subterranean termites damage wood according to a distinctive pattern. These cellulose-loving insects can leave nothing behind but the wood grain.

Subterranean termite damage may be hidden inside the walls of a home since this species destroys wood from the inside out.

Discarded Wings

Termite swarms may take place inside or outside of a home as mature termites leave the nest to start new colonies. Soon after swarmers take flight, they shed their wings. You may find small piles of wings in spider webs and on surfaces around your home’s foundation, like window sills.

Termite Swarmers

Swarmers from mature colonies typically leave the nest at one of two times per year – during the spring or during the fall. The exact timing of the swarms varies based on the species and weather conditions. Swarms on the exterior of a home may be missed by homeowners, as they are typically a brief event during the morning or afternoon – a time when many people are not at home. Formosan termites also can swarm at dusk.

If  you see any of these termite warning signs, call Homebase Inspection Services today at 1-800-840-5621.