7 Things Kentucky Homeowners Should Know About Termites

If you’re a Kentucky homeowner, there’s one tiny invader you definitely don’t want moving into your walls: termites. Termites don’t make a lot of noise, but they can cause thousands of dollars in damage before you even know they’re there, and you may not know they are there until they swarm out during swarm season. It doesn’t take much for them to enter a structure like your home. In fact, they can squeeze through a 1/16 inch crack in concrete or make their way up through the inside of block walls where you would never see them. Learning how to identify termites in your home could save you thousands in repairs!

Here’s 7 things you should know to stay one step ahead of them, without needing a degree in entomology.

Kentucky’s Warm, Humid Climate is a Termite Paradise

Termites love moisture and warmth, two things Kentucky summers have in abundance. Our state is squarely in what’s known as a moderate to heavy termite activity zone. That means termites aren’t just a possibility—they’re a real risk for most homeowners. This means that every Kentucky home will likely suffer termite damage. The question you have to ask yourself, is what’s better; to take a chance on termite damage or prepare and prevent by having a termite treatment in place.

The Most Common Type Here is the Eastern Subterranean Termite

These guys live underground, where you’ll never see them, and they build mud tubes to reach the wood in your home. You won’t see them swarming like bees or ants (except during swarm season); they’re stealthy and can’t be exposed to the elements very long. That’s part of what makes them so dangerous; they quietly chew through structural wood 24/7 while staying out of sight, even in the winter!.

They Can Be Active Year-Round

While termites tend to swarm in spring, they don’t pack up and go on vacation afterward. If your home has warmth, moisture, and a food source (aka your wooden beams), termites are happy to stay and snack all year long. Kentucky’s mild winters don’t always slow them down.

You Might Not Notice Them Until It’s Too Late

Termite damage is often hidden behind walls, under floors, or in crawl spaces. By the time you see bubbling paint, sagging floors, or hollow-sounding wood, the colony has likely been munching for years, and you’ll be left wondering what to do! That’s why annual inspections are so important.

Mud Tubes Are a Warning Sign

Subterranean termites build pencil-sized mud tunnels along foundations or walls to stay moist and safe as they travel. If you see these around your home, it’s time to call in Four Seasons Pest Solutions immediately. Finding mud tubes is one of the more apparent signs that termites have moved in, and that you’ll require a termite treatment.

DIY Treatments Rarely Solve the Problem

Over-the-counter sprays and baits might kill a few surface termites, but they won’t reach the queen or the thousands of workers in an underground colony. Effective control usually requires professional-grade treatments and often a baiting system like Sentricon®, which targets the entire colony. Additionally, if you DIY your termite control and it fails, you’ll be stuck paying the pros anyway.

Preventative Care is Cheaper Than Repairs

Most homeowners don’t realize they have termites until they’re facing major repairs. A preventative termite protection plan costs a fraction of what it takes to fix termite damage, and it gives you peace of mind. Think of it like insurance for your home’s structure. Which reminds me, and your homeowner’s insurance won’t cover termite damage, so prevention is your safest bet!

Don’t Wait Until the Walls Fall In

If you’re a homeowner in Kentucky, termites are more than a possibility; they’re a lurking threat, and if your home is unprotected, it’s not IF they will infest, it’s WHEN they will infest! Regular inspections and proactive treatment are your best defenses. At Four Seasons Pest Solutions, we specialize in protecting Kentucky homes from termite damage with smart, science-backed solutions.

👉 Call us today for a free quote or to learn more about our preventative termite programs. Don’t let termites chew through your most significant investment! Protect your home with Four Seasons Pest Solutions and our Lifetime Warranty!