Arlington, VA Termite Control

Question 1

What Do Termites Look Like?

When we talk about termites, we usually speak mostly of the subterranean termite. It is responsible for 90% of all termite damage in the United States. But even when we narrow it down to only subterranean termite colonies, there are few distinct visual differences within these colonies. If you were to find a termite-infested stump on your property and split it open, you would immediately notice two distinct termites: the worker and the swarmer. The worker will appear pale and worm-like from a distance, but up close you will see the six legs and two antennae that distinguish it as an insect. The swarmer will appear black and have white wings that layer on top of each other and appear as one.

Question 2

When Do Termites Swarm?

Termite swarms can happen any time of the year but often occur in spring when temperatures warm up.

Question 3

How Do I Know If I Have Termites?

There are a few ways you can detect termites on your own. Pull up mulch or inspect any wood that is near your exterior walls. Examine your basement walls for the mud tubes termites create to go in and out of a structure. Look for swarmers or the shed wings swarmers leave behind. Be aware that termites are notoriously tricky to detect and can even elude a certified home inspector. If you want to know whether or not you have termites in your home, you need to hire a�certified termite inspector.

Question 4

If A Neighbor Has Termite Problem, What Should I Do?

If you don't have�professional termite protection�around your home, you should be worried. When the termite colony in your neighbor's yard or house becomes mature, it will produce hundreds of termite swarmers. When this happens, your home is at risk of a termite infestation.

Question 5

How Do I Get Rid Of Termites?

Because of the invasive and stealthy manner in which these insects infest a structure, it is vital to have a pest expert treat and protect your home from termites each year.

Question 6

How do I get rid of termite problem?

Getting rid of termite in Arlington begins with identification of the species of termite. Seeking a pest control proffessional is the best way to ensure that the right termitetreatment is done targeting the habitats and applying the necessary termite extermination methods. In many cases if the source of the termite problem is not found, they will continue to come back. DIY termite extermination can make the termite problem worse and sometimes cause them to invade other areas of your home. Call Pest Chase 703-626-0404 and we will take care of the termite problem for you.

Question 7

Are there any benefits of having professional termite control for my home in Arlington?

In Arlington life is busy, we sometimes feel overwhelmed by the amount of tasks to complete at hand. One of the big benefits is that you don't have to do termite control, we will take care of it for you. That's one less item that you have to care about. You also dont have to learn to do it as you can leave it to experienced pest exterminators to handle the termite problem for you. Termite control should be done regularly in order for it to be effective. With Pest Chase you will be on a regular maintenance schedule and we will be there periodically to take care of the termite infestation, so that you dont have to remember to do it.