Why Termites Are Pakistan’s Silent Homewreckers
Every year, termites cause PKR 500M+ in property damage across Pakistan. Unlike floods or earthquakes, this destruction happens invisibly – often until it’s too late. Here are the warning signs most homeowners miss:
1. The “Mud Tube” Trail (Termite Highways)
🔍 What to look for:
- Pencil-thin clay tunnels on walls/foundations
- Especially common in Lahore’s humid areas
Why it’s serious:
These moisture-protected tunnels allow termites to travel undetected from soil to wood.
2. Hollow-Sounding Wood
🔊 The knock test:
- Timber sounds papery or hollow when tapped
- Doors/windows suddenly stick (wood warping)
Pro Tip: Use a screwdriver to probe suspicious wood – if it sinks easily, termites are likely inside.
3. Mystery “Dust” Piles
🧹 Often mistaken for:
- Sawdust (but finer and uniform in size)
- Dirt specks near skirting boards
Reality: These are termite droppings (frass) – a sure sign of active infestation.
4. Bubbling Paint & Wall Blisters
🎨 Looks like:
- Water damage bubbles
- Peeling wallpaper
Hidden Truth: Termites produce moisture that causes these surface distortions while eating behind walls.
5. Swarming Winged Insects
🦟 Key identifiers:
- Discarded wings near windowsills
- 4 equal-length wings on insects
Act Fast: These are reproductive termites – where there’s a swarm, there’s a mature colony nearby.
Why DIY Solutions Fail Against Pakistani Termites
❌ Store-bought sprays only kill surface workers (not the queen)
❌ “Termite-proof” paints wear off in 6-12 months
❌ Most damage occurs inside walls before signs appear
How Apex Core’s 3-Step Solution Works
- Infrared Detection
- Finds hidden colonies behind walls
- No unnecessary drilling
- Targeted Treatment
- Non-repellent termiticides that spread through colonies
- Borate wood treatments for long-term protection
- Prevention Plan
- Soil barrier renewal
- Annual inspection alerts
“We almost sold our Lahore home thinking it had structural issues. Apex Core found termites eating the support beams – treatment saved us PKR 1.2M in repairs!”
*- The Raza Family, DHA Phase 5*
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