What are termites?
Termites are insects that resemble ants in size and shape, who live in large colonies. They tend to enter a building from the ground where wood meets earth. Once inside a wooden structure they tend to eat their way through wood materials from the inside out and if left untreated for long periods of time can cause substantial structural damage.Where in Missouri are termites most commonly found?
Termites can be found in any area of the state, the most previlant areas include:
Arnold, Ballwin, Bellefontaine Neighbors, Belton, Blue Springs, Bridgeton-MO, Cape Girardeau, Carthage, Chesterfield, Clayton-MO, Columbia-MO, Crestwood, Creve Coeur, Excelsior Springs, Farmington-MO, Ferguson, Florissant, Fulton-MO, Gladstone-MO, Grandview, Hannibal, Hazelwood, Independence-MO, Jackson-MO, Jefferson, Jennings-MO, Joplin, Kansas-MO, Kennett, Kirksville, Kirkwood, Lake St. Louis, Lebanon-MO, Lees Summit, Liberty, Manchester-MO, Marshall-MO, Maryland Heights, Maryville-MO, Mexico, Moberly, Neosho, Nixa, OFallon-MO, Overland, Ozark-MO, Poplar Bluff, Raymore, Raytown, Rolla, Sedalia, Sikeston, Springfield-MO, St. Ann, St. Charles-MO, St. Joseph, St. Louis, St. Peters, Town and Country, University, Warrensburg, Washington-MO, Webb, Webster Groves, West Plains and Wildwood.
Why are termites dangerous?
They can cause substancial structural damage that remains undetected for long periods of time.
Do I need a termite inspection?