When Termites Are Active
WouterWhen termites are active, they will spend a lot of time inside your home. It is important that you take measures to prevent a termite infestation from destroying your property. If you are unsure if your home has a termite problem, contact Big Blue Bug Solutions for a termite inspection.
Termites are most active in the spring and summer. They will remain underground in the winter months. In the spring, swarmers will leave their nests to look for a mate. They will then establish a new colony.
In the early spring, termites build mud tubes to enter and exit the colony. This helps protect them from predators. They will also create mud sheeting to keep the colony from drying out.
The female swarmers will release a pheromone to attract males. They will then begin laying eggs. This process takes several weeks. When the queen has successfully laid enough eggs, she will be able to produce swarmers.
During the summer, termites will be active in the desert regions. During this time, they will swarm at night. You may be able to hear them tapping wood. The tapping sounds like a faint grinding.
In the fall, termites are active during the daylight hours. They are active in southern regions. The termite colonies remain underground during the rest of the year. They will eat wood and cause power failures in wall voids. They prefer to eat wood that is damaged by water.
During the fall, termites will also be active in attics. If you live in a climate where they are common, make sure you have proper drainage systems.
