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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Termites are well-known insects for their ability to feed on and damage timber. They are often called \u201csilent destroyers\u201d because they secretly hide and thrive in your personal or commercial spaces without any immediate signs of damage.<\/p>\n

Importance of Early Termite Detection<\/h2>\n

It is important to know the early signs of termite infestation. They can cause irreparable damage to everything \u2013 from personal properties to commercial structures.<\/p>\n

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  1. Extensive Damage to Structures<\/strong>
    \nTermites feed on cellulose materials in wood. They cause wooden structures, such as beams, pillars, and ceilings, to weaken by hollowing them out. This will eventually lead to severe structural damage to properties when left unattended.<\/li>\n
  2. Electrical and Fire Hazard<\/strong>
    \nBesides wood, termites gnaw through electrical wirings and cables. They get easily attracted to old electric wires that contain cellulosic material. Subterranean termites infest electrical components such as circuit boxes and wire trunkings, which humans rarely access. The risks of short circuits increase when these wires and cables are damaged, resulting in fire and electrical accidents.<\/li>\n
  3. Internal Damage<\/strong>
    \nAside from compromised structural integrity and safety, a termite infestation can also cause cosmetic and aesthetic damage that can be costly to repair. Evidence of termite infestation includes chipping paint, uneven surfaces, hollowed-out grooves on wood, and grown mud tubes on walls.<\/li>\n
  4. Damage and Repair Costs<\/strong>
    \nWhen termites severely infest an object or structure, it needs immediate replacement to fully serve its purpose. The damage can be immense and costly. You are likely to replace more and more items if a termite infestation is not detected early.<\/li>\n
  5. Health Risks<\/strong>
    \nTermites do not transmit diseases to humans as mosquitoes and flies do. But due to the humid and moist environment where they thrive, they carry mould and fungi. Mould is scattered when they eat and crawl through the wood. It puts everyone at risk because mould can become airborne, resulting in different health issues. It includes allergies, asthma, and fungal infections.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Types of Structures Prone to Infestation<\/h2>\n

    Two factors affect the rate at which termites can damage a structure: the size of their colony and the susceptibility of the environment to termite infestation.
    \nThe types of homes or buildings that are at more risk of an infestation are those:<\/p>\n