• Termites feed on wood, leaving behind visible signs of damage such as hollowed-out wood, thin tunnels, and chewed edges.

• Termites build mud tubes to travel between their nests and food sources. These tubes are usually found along walls, foundation areas, or any wooden structures.
• Color: The tubes are typically brown or grayish and are about the width of a pencil.

• Termite swarming happens during mating season, often in the spring or summer. You may see flying termites near windows, doors, or light sources.
• What They Look Like: These termites have two pairs of wings of equal size and are typically black or brown.

• Body Structure: Ants have a distinct “waist” or “pinched” body between the thorax and abdomen.
• Antennas: Antennae are bent or “elbowed.”
• Wings: Winged ants (during mating season) have two pairs of wings, with the front wings longer than the back wings.
• Size: Ants vary in size, but most are smaller than termites, typically ranging from 1/8 to 1 inch long.

• Body Structure: Termites have a straight body with no visible waist. Their body is more cylindrical.
• Antennas: Termites have straight, bead-like antennae.
• Wings: Winged termites also have two pairs of wings, but their wings are of equal size. When flying, their wings are much longer in proportion to their bodies than those of ants.
• Size: Termites are usually slightly larger than ants, ranging from 1/4 to 1 inch in length.

Ants generally do not cause structural damage to buildings but may invade homes, looking for food. Some species, like carpenter ants, can cause damage to wood, but it is not as severe as termite damage.

Termites are known for their destructive power. They feed on wood and can severely damage structures, furniture, and foundations if left untreated.