Is it Just Wood Rot? Or Termite Wood Damage?

Wood Rot Versus Termite Wood Damage?

A little knowledge is a dangerous thing. It is true in so many areas of life and is perfectly applicable to termite infestations. These determined hordes of tiny, hungry creatures can destroy property while the householder is blissfully unaware they have a bad situation on their hands.

Spotting a problem like termite wood damage is the first step towards solving it, but how many people really know the signs to look for? Let's face it, wood rots for a variety of reasons. It is a glorious material that has served mankind well for thousands of years, but it has a limited life. That can mean when you see what looks like rot in your house, yard buildings or trees, you may think it's nothing to worry about: just one of those things.

But what if it is not just simple rot? What if it's termite damage? That would mean it's going to carry on and get worse until you do something about it. It's an issue that needs to be nipped in the bud.

Who Really Knows What Termite Wood Damage Looks Like?

You can look it up online and get a general idea. People do that all the time nowadays. Whatever problem you have, from health issues to DIY projects they're not qualified to deal with, the foolhardy will look it up, get someone's opinion and base their actions on that.

Unfortunately, that doesn't always work. Certainly, in the case of termite damage vs wood rot, what you need is a proper assessment.

We at Dentec Pest Management know plenty about termite nests , so let us have a look. If it turns out to be just some kind of rot, you can do what you think best about it. But if it is termites, that's our department and we will spring into action on your behalf with termite inspections & termite control if necessary, stopping the little critters in their tracks and seeing if there are other parts of your property that are vulnerable too.

Call us, email us or use the online booking form. Then we can help you with pest control solutions.