While termites do not spread diseases or invade our food, they can still create plenty of problems for any homeowner. Once termite swarmers find a desirable nesting place, they begin laying eggs that will eventually become workers and soldiers. The workers are responsible for tunneling, while soldiers guard the entrances against any predators. The longer that a termite invasion is left unchecked, the further into the wood that the workers will tunnel. This makes them even more difficult to find, not to mention weakens the wood immensely.

Termites like any kind of natural, unpainted wood, but they prefer wood that already has some level of moisture damage. This makes it easier for their mandibles to cut through and carve out tunnels throughout the structure. Since termites never sleep and the queen can lay eggs throughout her nearly 25-year existence, termite infestations are detrimental to any house or structure they invade. In fact, they can cause billions of dollars in damages every year! This is precisely why professional termite control is so important, and who better to keep your Columbia home safe from termites than Pointe Pest Control? Our highly-trained technicians know all of the common signs of termite infestations, and we use our findings from our inspection to create a treatment plan customized to solve your specific issue. Contact our team for a free quote on our termite control services that are tough on termites and safe for people and pets!