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The termite swarming season in Pennsylvania typically begins in March with the onset of warm weather and rainfall. The season generally lasts through spring and ends in early June before summer. Additionally, swarming activity often resumes just before fall and lasts from September through October.
Termite “swarmers” are groups of winged adult male and female reproductive termites that leave the nest to establish a new colony.
These swarmers, or flying termites, are often mistaken for flying ants. Winged termites can be distinguished by the differences in their wings and body shape. Termites have four wings of nearly equal length, about twice their body length, while flying ants have wings slightly longer than their body with back wings much shorter than their front wings. Furthermore, winged termites do not have the narrow waists and abdomens that flying ants do.
Detecting winged termites outside of a home or office suggests that a nearby stump or structure is being considered for colonization. Once the available food supply is exhausted, termite swarmers can enter through cracks in floors, doors, or windows. Though they can be a nuisance, they can be easily vacuumed and disposed of. Termite swarmers do not cause damage but spotting them, or their shed wings indoors or around the porch or foundation, is a strong sign of an infestation.
Termites cause over $5 billion in damage annually. The most destructive type, the subterranean termite, is the primary species found in this area. Termite damage is not covered by standard home insurance policies.
When was your last termite inspection? Known as "silent destroyers," termites may thrive inside a structure for years before swarmers are noticed or considerable damage is detected. Experts recommend having a full termite inspection every two to three years to prevent extensive damage. A professional inspection by a certified technician is the best way to detect termites and protect your property.
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In addition to scheduling annual inspections, homeowners can take these proactive measures to prevent termite infestations:
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