Question 1

How do you get rid of flying or swarming termites?

Accepted Answer

Swarmers are reproductive termites leaving an established colony to start a new one, so their presence means there's an active colony nearby — not a separate problem to treat on its own. The swarmers themselves die off quickly, but the colony behind them needs a full liquid or bait treatment to actually resolve.

Question 2

What are the signs of termites in a brick house?

Accepted Answer

Brick veneer sits on a wood-framed structure, so termites can travel up through weep holes, foundation cracks, or gaps behind the brick completely out of sight. Look for mud tubes emerging from weep holes, and don't assume brick construction rules out a wood-framed termite problem underneath.

Question 3

Does homeowners insurance cover termite damage?

Accepted Answer

Almost never. Termite damage is considered a preventable maintenance issue, not a sudden covered peril, so standard homeowners policies exclude it. This is exactly why regular inspections and proactive treatment matter — there's no insurance safety net if damage is found later.

Question 4

Can you treat for termites before finishing a home addition?

Accepted Answer

Yes — pre-treating soil before a slab is poured or new framing goes up is standard practice, and it's much easier and cheaper to do before the addition is closed in than to treat around finished construction later.

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