The Effects of Unchecked Infestation in and Around
Your Home
If left unchecked, insects and fungi can wreak havoc on the interior and exterior of your home, turning outdoor areas that were once popular family spring and summer spots into unwanted areas filled with pests. What is even more disturbing is what some of these pests can do to your home’s structure. The more that colonies of insects are permitted to grow outside of your home, the larger the risk becomes that they will expand their colonies inside your house.
Most likely, termites and carpenter ants will set up their residence first in your lawn. You may notice them feeding on an old rotted tree or firewood that is well past its prime. These types of insects send out “swarmers” that seek new places to establish satellite colonies. They cannot fly for long distances and are very likely to be eaten by predators, but eventually they will find their way into your home. Once there, they establish their colonies within your house, chewing through structural support beams, framing lumber or plywood, and wooden siding. Though the damage may be severe it, may also go unnoticed.
How often do you go into the crawlspace or attic of your home and look around?
How frequently will you walk around and check the foundation of your home for termite earthtubes? How often do you check your window sills and siding for small cracks or holes? For many homeowners, these can be time consuming activities, and without professional training you may not be able to detect an infestation. Early detection is often the key to containment. This is where we can help! So Don’t Panic, Call Atlantic today, and together we can find a solution that best meets the needs of your home and your family’s well-being.
