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Common Wood-Destroying Creatures Found During Inspections

1/12/2023

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Wood infestation can cause severe structural damage to a property and make living risky. Insect Infestations are often caused due to moisture, pipeline leaks and construction quality defects. Other than this, senior apartments are primarily suspected of having wood-destroying insects than newly constructed properties. Home inspections are the fastest way to detect any termite infestation in your home. With the support of a professional snagging inspector, you can spot wood-destroying insects on any property.
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We are here with the list of commonly found wood-destroying insects during a home inspection: 
1.Carpenter Ants:
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This type of ant is blackish-coloured and is more significant than a reddish-black ant. Carpenter ants have typically been discovered in moisture affected wooden areas during a home inspection. They nest on the old bark of trees and timbers but can also be found on your property in search of food.

Unlike other insects, carpenter ants don’t cause damage to the wood for nourishment; they are mainly caused by localization. They are attracted to high-moisture areas and wet regions. Carpenter ants infestation can be eliminated by cleaning the areas with moisture or applying surface pesticide or spot treatment. Hiring a professional home inspector can help you spot the areas that require pest treatment and the severity of the damage.

2.Carpenter Bee: 
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The characteristics of carpenter bees are quite similar to the carpenter ants. They don’t feed on wood. They create nets, which are pest bores found on wooden components. These nests are about half-inch holes found in the furniture. While performing a home inspection, the most common way to identify these bees is through the sawdust collected as a wooden pillar near the holes. Although carpenter bees are not feasting on your property by nesting, they can cause substantial structural problems. Get professional pest control servicing support for spot treatment and stop carpenter bees from re-infestation.

3.Beetles: 
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The most common wood-destroying beetles are powder, old house beetles and wharf pores. Every beetle has different physical characteristics like sizes, shapes and colours. The mature beetles lay eggs in the cracks and holes of the wooden surface. When the newborns reach the larva stage, they start boring into the wooden space. Beetles rival termites in damaging the structural integrity of a property. Piles of wooden sawdust are the most common signs of beetle infestation.

4.Termites:
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Termites are commonly encountered wood-destroying insects during a professional property inspection. Termite infestation is mostly found in warm environments that can be found in some localized regions. They are pretty social and believe in multiplying and colonizing. Every colony has reproductive termites, soldiers and workers. The workers are the ones causing the wood-destroying infestation. Most of the property owners are aware of termite infestations. But you should always hire a professional to track down the severity of the termite infestation.  

How to prevent common wood-destroying insects infestation: 
The best way to protect your property from infestation is by addressing leaks and the reasons for excess moisture. Ensuring that the water drainage system of your dwelling has communed to drains and downspouts adequately can help you avoid infestation. Another method homeowners follow is maintaining their yards. 

Conclusion:
These were all the commonly found insects causing structural damage to the property. Always have a professional to get rid of pest infestations. Getting regular inspections done can save your property from significant damage. With GTA inspectors, you can get experienced and certified inspection services to protect your property from wood-destroying insect infestation. 

Scheduling a professional pest inspection can save you a lot of money by finding the infestation at the early stages. Integral structural issues can cause expensive repairs. ​
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