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Termites

  • Subterranean termites live in colonies and nest in the soil.
  • The workers build galleries or mud tubes to travel to food sources.
  • The galleries are packed with mud and and termite feces.
  • The workers collect and digest cellulose materials (wood products) in order to feed the rest of the colony. 
  • Subterranean termites require moisture in order to travel and survive.  

Carpenter Ants

  • Carpenter ants do not eat wood.
  • The galleries or tubes are clean.
  • Their frass,  or wood shavings, are similar to pencil sharpener shavings.

Carpenter Bees

  • Carpenter bees drill holes approximately 1/2" in diameter. 
  • They drill the holes in order to make nests for their young.
  • The holes generally enter straight into the lumber and make a 90 degree turn.   

Powder Post Beetles

  • Powder post beetles drill tiny holes that follow a similar pattern to a shotgun shell.
  • They lay eggs in voids in exposed lumber.
  • The larvae burrow into the wood, where they tunnel and feed for possibly several years.
  • They process the lumber into a fine powder like frass and can damage the framing in hidden areas.

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Phone: 765-238-8855
Email: evang@hindsightinspections.com
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  • Homepage
  • Services
    • Home Inspections
    • Termite Inspections (NPMA-33)
    • Sewer Scope Inspections
    • Thermal Imaging Scan
    • Well Water Testing
    • Manufactured Home Foundation Certificates
  • Schedule & Contact Us
  • Testimonials
  • Standards of Practice
  • Code of Ethics