Termites mud tubes
Sometimes termite damages are identified only when it’s too late. This situation can be prevented if homeowners would know what to look for when they inspect their houses.
About mud tubes
One of the usual signs of termites is the mud tubes they are making through areas of a building.
About hollow wood
In order to find termite damages, you can use a screwdriver to knock in different spots on the wall. If there is a wood that has a hollow sound, then you have to remove it and look for termite damage. Damaged wood cannot be found for a long time because termites are eating it from the inside out and not the other way around. Other things to look for are bulging walls, sagging ceilings and painted wood.
Other types of physical evidence
In the places where termites find food sources, they also leave piles of fecal matter. Windows, vents, lights and doors can also be places where termites can be found. If live termites are not present, then some body parts or wings can be found.