Pest Identification
Subterranean Termite Identification and Property Tips
| Apr 22, 2022
Eastern subterranean termite soldiers with pale bodies, amber heads and dark jaws against a blue background.
Subterranean termites can damage wood in buildings. An inspection should distinguish observed evidence from conditions that merely suggest further investigation.
Identification and habits
Mud tubes, swarmers and wood changes are useful clues. Formosan termites are one subterranean species, not a synonym for every subterranean termite. A general profile does not establish the species present at your Missouri property.
What to do at your property
Save photographs and report previous treatment and moisture issues. Ask which areas were inspected, what was inaccessible and what service is proposed. Learn about Sentricon termite protection and review continued-service terms.
Photograph the pest clearly and note where and when it appeared. Ask Plank about identification and whether inspection, prevention or selected treatment is appropriate. The service scope and any follow-up are confirmed for your property.
Reference: MU Extension: Subterranean Termites.
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Photo: USDA Agricultural Research Service, eastern subterranean termite soldiers. Public domain.
