Termite Swarms in St. Robert and Waynesville: Next Steps

Winged insects around a St. Robert or Waynesville property deserve identification before a treatment decision. Termite swarmers are reproductive members of a colony, but seeing a swarm outdoors does not by itself prove that the building is infested.

Record where the insects appeared

Take a clear photograph and save a few insects or shed wings in a closed container. Note the date, room or exterior location and whether insects seemed to emerge from the structure. Indoor swarmers or repeated activity warrant a prompt termite assessment.

Separate termites from flying ants

Winged termites typically have a broad waist and two pairs of similarly sized wings; ants have a pinched waist and larger front wings. These are clues, not a substitute for identification when a specimen is damaged or a photo is unclear.

Understand what an inspection can answer

Ask which accessible areas were checked, what evidence was found and whether hidden or inaccessible areas limit the findings. A swarm alone does not establish the extent of damage. Suspected structural damage may also need a qualified building professional.

Choose the next step from the findings

Correct moisture concerns and unnecessary wood-to-soil contact where practical. Discuss Sentricon termite protection and other suitable treatment options with Plank. Confirm the proposed work, ongoing service and written terms. Spraying visible swarmers alone does not address an established colony.

Reference: EPA termite identification and control guidance.

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