FAQ

A: Termites can cause thousands of dollars in damage once their colonies are fully established. Termite colonies can range anywhere from 60,000 to millions of individual insects, and a colony on the smaller end of that scale can chew through a board in a matter of months. While this may seem like insignificant damage, even a single board that has been chewed all the way through can compromise the structural integrity of your home or business.

A: Although it can seem like a money saver to try and handle termites on your own, it is a task better left to professionals. Termites are some of the most difficult pests to remove, and they often move unnoticed through a home until colonies have grown exponentially. To ensure the safety of your home, it’s important to call someone who has training in termite behaviour and the earliest warning signs of an infestation.

A: Termites can get into your home through any opening, even if they are very tiny. They can enter through small holes in the foundation, cracks in windows where caulking isn’t present, or through minor cracks in siding and other areas.

A: A termite barrier can be either physical or chemical in nature. A physical barrier would be anything such as caulk or mud that physically separates the termites from the internal structures of your home. These are helpful, but it is incredibly difficult to ensure that every nook and cranny is covered. Chemical barriers are much more effective, as they use chemical pesticides which can be spread around entry points to deter termites from entering, or to kill ones that try.