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Swarming Termites?
Normally in southwest Missouri, termites will swarm once a year (typically in the spring). As a termite inspector, I am trained to look for the swarming type of termite and report on its presence (along with all other termite evidence). Smarmers look very different from the worker and soldier termites (which are most commonly found in an inspection), as they are black and have wings. This past week, however I found swarming termites in a crawlspace in Branson West, Missouri. This is not very common to find a second swarm, but the weather has been right and it looks like there might be another round this year.Swarming is where members of the colony called the reproductives (the black ones I mentioned earlier) fly out to new locations to start new colonies. This is when properties can get new infestations where they previously did not have termites. I mention this as a recommendation that if you have a property in Springfield, MO or Branson, MO (or anywhere is southwest Missouri) that has not been inspected or treated in the last few years – call a professional inspector to have a look. It usually ranges from $20 to $50 to have an inspection from an inspector tat does not treat, and usually free for inspectors that also treat. This is a necessary part of any home maintenance plan, and is well worth the investment.a CLOSER look, inc is solely an inspection company and performs no treatments or repairs of any kind. Our fee for a termite inspection is $50, and we would be happy to perform and inspection for you today.
I had my house termited 5 days ago. I just found a swarm in exactly the same spot that swarmed before. (Which is why I had my house termited). They used Termador. Is this normal for a second swarm to come in AFTER being treated? Thank you. Debbie
Debbie,
Thank you for you question, and the answer is – maybe! If the treatment was performed within the last year, there should not be termites in the vicinity of the house. However, the chemicals used only last a few years and then can become non-effective. So if the treatment was performed several years ago, then this might be expected. Additionally, according to state and federal laws, a pest control applicator can use chemicals mixed at weaker than their stated maximum concentrations listed on the label, but they can not mix the chemicals stronger. Some companies use chemicals that are mixed weaker in order to lower their price and get business (as the chemicals are expensive). If you got a “good deal” on your treatment, you may not have gotten a full dose of chemicals. I would recommend to you that you call the treatment company and ask for a copy of the treatment which should state how much chemical was used, and if it has been less than one year since the treatment – I would ask for a re-treatment at no additional charge. You are welcome to call our office 890-8500 and I could give you the names of some reputable pest control applicators around Southwest Missouri (assuming you are around here).
Sean O’Rear