It’s common knowledge that termites can do huge damage to your home or any structure. They can cost you thousands in repairs by chewing through the wood framing of your building. But as dangerous as termites may be to your home, are they actually dangerous to you and your loved ones?
The good news is, termites are not known to bite humans. Even though they do have the ability to bite, they usually won’t do so unless they were actively provoked. If you happened to get bit by one, you probably wouldn’t be susceptible to any illnesses from it. As long as you and your family members stay away from the termite colony, you have nothing at all to fear.
Even though they aren’t dangerous to you or your family, you should still call an expert as soon as you spot any termites. As mentioned above, termites are extremely destructive creatures when it comes to wood sources, and if you don’t take care of the problem they can make your home a dangerous place to live.
One of the worst things about termites is that they can go undetected for years. A termite colony left alone to feast on your home could result in an extreme amount of damage – although it would take many years for a colony to cause so much damage that your house may actually collapse. Even if the problem doesn’t go that far, it can still cost you thousands in repairs.
This is why it’s important to call in an expert to conduct a termite inspection on a regular basis. The best recommendation is an annual check, but you should never go more than 4 years without having an inspection.
If you haven’t had your home inspected for termites in recent years, or if you suspect that you may have a problem, give your local pest control expert a call. Even though they might not be dangerous to your immediate heath, they can cause structural damage to your home, which can be dangerous in itself. A pest control technician will be able to identify a termite colony easily and will know the best approach to take to rid your home of termites quickly and efficiently.
