Bad News! We Discovered Termites in Home in Colts Neck, NJ

When it comes to pest infestations, one of a homeowner’s worst fears is discovering a wood-destroying insect infestation the has invaded their home. Some insects are more than an annoyance — they are capable of causing significant property damage. Some, like termites, actually consume wood and other cellulose-containing materials. Others, like carpenter ants and carpenter bees, bore galleries into the wood to deposit their eggs. These insects (especially termites) can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage, often before the homeowner realizes there is a problem. The early signs of insect activity can be subtle. Termites, for instance, are silent subterranean insects that do their damage while staying hidden.  

It is important to have a pest control professional who understands the biological and habits of these invading insects to inspect the structure of the home. During these inspections, the focus is on finding the source of the invading insect (how they are entering), and identifying the potential problems that may be attracting these insects int he first place. As shown in the attached photos, this particular home in Colts Neck, NJ, had wood-destroying insects living and breeding nearby the home’s perimeter that the homeowners weren’t even aware of.  I discovered wood-boring carpenter ant nests in trees they were close to the home, as well as active termites in nearby wood debris. It was far better that i located these insects outside before they had a chance to damage the home’s structure.