Termites are commonly known as creatures that leave a path of destruction wherever they roam. While residential termite infestations can be solved during downtime, the same can’t be said for businesses. Your building needs to be up and running at all times, so it’s important to get a termite inspection as soon as you see warning signs, as well as an annual inspection when you don’t. Here are some of the ways termites can hurt your business:

Property Damage

Termites cause billions of dollars in damage every year. They’re great at hiding, so seeing any signs can indicate that you already have a full-blown infestation. Termites quickly go from gnawing on exterior wood to causing structural damage to buildings. The longer you wait, the more you’ll spend on not only removing termites but also fixing damaged property. 

Loss of Trust

When customers see signs of pest damage, they may start to question the cleanliness of the building. Now more than ever, customers expect businesses to be pristine. If they believe cleanliness and upkeep aren’t priorities, they may choose to go elsewhere. Depending on who sees the damage, this impact can spread to local news outlets or social media timelines. Either way, existing and potential customers may lose trust in your company if they find out about an infestation. 

Financial Loss

You can lose money by allowing a termite infestation to linger and by scaring away customers. However, another thing that costs more than you would think is DIY termite treatment. The upfront costs may seem less expensive than hiring professionals, but there is no guarantee these methods will be effective. The longer you put off calling a pest control company, the more damage termites will cause. At the end of the day, you lose more money by trying to DIY pest control.

Signs of Termites

If you notice tiles becoming loose or wood looking a little chewed up, you’re probably seeing signs of termite damage. These bugs live between walls and underground, so that’s where they’ll cause the most destruction. Some telltale signs include discarded wings, mud tubes and wood damage on walls, floors and other surfaces. If you see these signs, it’s time to call a professional Des Moines termite control company. Our team at Pro-Staff will inspect your building for you to confirm you have termites, then use the most effective termite control methods available. 

The termite control experts at Pro-Staff in Des Moines are here to help every step of the way, from termite inspections to keeping your business termite-free. Give us a call at 515-279-7378 or contact us online.