Termites Remain Active in Winter
Termites are pretty active all year round, even in the middle of winter. OF course, the middle of winter in Arizona is not the same as winter in, let’s say New England. But, our Arizona termite season is neverending.
When temperatures drop, termites do move below ground even farther, which can just mean they are tougher to find and seek out. The warmth that termites seek is deeper into the dirt, so they dig down farther and farther, but never really disappear.
Here in Arizona, queen termites produce eggs at a steady rate year round. Because our winters are fairly mild, egg production doesn’t necessarily slow down. Which could mean that there are termites laying eggs right now far below your home, just waiting to be born and attack your home.
In colder temperatures, queen termites do, in fact, slow down their egg production. While they don’t hibernate, they do cease egg production during the coldest months of winter.
Finding termites in the winter time inside your home is possible. Subterranean and drywood termites that have found shelter and food in your home’s foundation and walls will not be as affected by cold outdoor temperatures.
It’s imperative that you have a termite pest control come out to your home to inspect for termites immediately, particularly if termites have been in your neighborhood in the past few months. Termites can wreak havoc on your home, causing hundreds and thousands of dollars in damage, including hotel stays while pest control companies treat your home.
