In the world of pest control, spring is known as “swarm season.” But here is a dangerous myth: many homeowners believe that because they don’t see swarms in the winter, termites must be inactive. This misconception can cost you thousands of dollars.
The Truth: Termites Don’t Sleep Subterranean termites, the most common type in Georgia, live underground. While their activity slows down in the cold soil outdoors, they seek warmth just like we do. If they have already found a way into your heated home, they are active 24/7, 365 days a year.
Your Home is Their Winter Retreat Inside your temperature-controlled walls, termites have everything they need: warmth, moisture, and an endless supply of wood. They can continue to feed on your home’s structure all winter long without you ever seeing a single bug.
Why Winter is a Great Time for Defense Because outdoor termite activity is lower, winter is actually an excellent time to install preventative measures like bait stations or barrier treatments. You can get ahead of the problem before the spring swarms begin.
Peace of Mind Costs $0 Did you know that a comprehensive termite inspection is completely FREE when you sign up for our semi-annual pest control plan?
