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Termites, particularly subterranean termites, pose a significant threat to homes in Malaysia. These pests feed on wood and wood by-products, including furniture, paper, and books, causing potential damage and costly repairs. While they play a role in nature by decomposing fallen timber, their presence in homes is highly undesirable due to the damage they can cause.

Termites often invade houses built near their natural habitats, leading to infestations that can compromise the structural integrity and aesthetics of buildings. Because termite damage can be silent and gradual, it's crucial to be aware of preventive measures and signs of infestation.

• Swarmers: Winged termites appear during high humidity and are attracted to light. Finding discarded wings on window sills or floors indicates an infestation.
• Termite Mud Trails: These are tubes created by termites to travel from their underground colonies to food sources while protecting themselves from heat and light.
• Damaged and Hollowed Wood: Termites eat through the interior of wood, leaving a thin veneer on the surface. Hollowed wood with no visible damage on the surface can be a sign of termite activity.

o protect your home from termites, consider these proactive steps:

• Regularly inspect your home for signs of termites, such as swarmers, mud trails, and damaged wood.
• Maintain proper ventilation and moisture control to make your home less attractive to termites.
• Seal cracks and crevices in your foundation and walls to prevent termite entry.
• Explore professional pest control solutions like baiting systems and liquid termiticides for effective protection.

For expert pest control services in Johor Bahru, contact PESCO at +6012-800 7008 or +607-562 0256. You can also email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.