Termite Control

 Some bugs look a lot like termites, which can make it hard to tell them apart. Here are some common comparisons:

• Flying ants vs termites: Flying ants have bent antennae and pinched waists, while termites have straight antennae and a uniform body.
• Winged ants versus termites: Winged ants have two smaller wings at the back, but termites have wings of the same size.
• Do white ants fly?: Sometimes people call termites “white ants,” but that’s not correct. Termites are not ants, even though they might look similar.

 Not sure if you have termites? Here are some common signs of termites to watch out for:

• Mud Tubes: Termites build small mud tunnels on walls or foundations to travel between the soil and the wood.
• Hollow Wood: Termites eat wood from the inside out, so tapping on a wood surface might make it sound hollow.
• Termite Droppings: Drywood termites leave tiny wood-colored pellets around their nests.

Finding discarded wings from flying termites is also a sign of an infestation. Red termites and black termites are other types you might see, especially in places like British Columbia.

 Different areas have different types of termites. Here’s what you might find:

• Termites in Vancouver: Ground termites are the most common in Vancouver. These termites live in the soil and build mud tubes to reach the wood in your house.
• Termites in Burnaby: You might come across wetwood termites in Burnaby. They prefer moist wood and are often found in homes with water damage, especially near Deer Lake.
• Termites in Surrey: Surrey has a mix of ground and wet wood termites, so it’s important to keep an eye on the moisture levels in your home and avoid storing wood close to your foundation.

 Here are some simple ways to prevent termites from entering your home:

1. Fix Leaks: Termites are drawn to moisture, so repair any leaks and improve airflow in your home.
2. Remove Wood Near Your House: Don’t store firewood or lumber too close to your house. Keep it at least 20 feet away.
3. Seal Entry Points: Inspect your home for cracks or gaps where termites could enter and seal them.

Regular checks from Eastside pest control technicians can help you stay on top of any potential termite issues.

 Wondering how to get rid of termites? Here are a few DIY methods you can try:

1. Boric Acid: Sprinkle boric acid where termites are active. This natural solution kills termites over time.
2. Cardboard Traps: Place wet cardboard near termite activity. Termites will be attracted to the cardboard, and you can dispose of the trap once they infest it.
3. Beneficial Nematodes: These are tiny worms that naturally feed on termites in the soil, helping reduce their population.

If the infestation is larger, you’ll need to call professional termite treatment services.

 If you want to know how to get rid of termites for good, it’s best to hire a professional pest control company. Here’s what they can do:

• Fumigation: Professionals will seal your house and fill it with gas to kill termites in every part of the home.
• Termite Barriers: These barriers are placed around your home’s foundation to stop termites from entering.
• Termite Bait Stations: These stations lure termites and then poison the entire colony when the termites take the bait back to their nest.

When looking for control services in Burnaby, choose a control company with good reviews and strong customer service. This will give you peace of mind knowing the job is done right.