Flying Insect on Inside of Door Frame - Ask Extension
Lots of these flying insects were found on the inside door frame of a front door of a house. The are about 8-9 mm in length (including wings). I was n...
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Flying Insect on Inside of Door Frame #323418
Asked May 20, 2016, 3:26 PM EDT
Lots of these flying insects were found on the inside door frame of a front door of a house. The are about 8-9 mm in length (including wings). I was not able to identify them. Can you identify this insect?
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Charles County Maryland
Expert Response
These insects look like termite swarmers. Read over our website info on termites and compare the photos http://extension.umd.edu/hgic/termites
Termites are attracted to wet wood. You may have a leak around your door or window. You cannot control termites by yourself. Contact several pest control companies for a visit and their recommendations.
Shop for a pest control company as you would for a doctor or any other professional service. Most companies provide free estimates, at which time they discuss a treatment plan, cost and warranties. Compare recommended treatment programs and estimates among several companies. A number of termiticides are registered for termite control; use of different compounds and formulations varies among companies. Companies should fully disclose information on the chemical that they will be using in the treatment. Companies that are members of the Maryland Pest Control Association and the National Pest Control Association have access to all current treatment practices.
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Termites are attracted to wet wood. You may have a leak around your door or window. You cannot control termites by yourself. Contact several pest control companies for a visit and their recommendations.
Shop for a pest control company as you would for a doctor or any other professional service. Most companies provide free estimates, at which time they discuss a treatment plan, cost and warranties. Compare recommended treatment programs and estimates among several companies. A number of termiticides are registered for termite control; use of different compounds and formulations varies among companies. Companies should fully disclose information on the chemical that they will be using in the treatment. Companies that are members of the Maryland Pest Control Association and the National Pest Control Association have access to all current treatment practices.
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