1. Mud Tubes on Walls or Skirting Boards
Termites build pencil-width mud tunnels along walls, floors, or external structures to stay moist and hidden.
If you see these, it’s a sure sign of active infestation, not just a one-time visit.
Don’t disturb the tubes—call a pest control expert immediately.
2. Hollow-Sounding Wood
Tap on your wooden doors, cabinets, or flooring. If it sounds unusually hollow, termites may be eating it from the inside.
This internal damage often goes unnoticed until major structural issues appear.
3. Discarded Wings Near Windows or Lights
Swarming termites shed their wings after finding a mate.
If you notice piles of tiny, transparent wings, especially after rain, there may be a colony forming nearby.
This usually signals the start of a serious infestation.
4. Peeling Paint or Bubbling Walls
Termite activity can trap moisture under painted surfaces, causing paint to bubble or peel—just like water damage.
If no water leak is found, termites may be the hidden cause.
5. Clicking Noises Inside the Walls
Believe it or not, termites can be noisy.
Soldier termites bang their heads to warn the colony when disturbed, creating a faint tapping sound in quiet rooms.
Hearing this means they’re already inside your walls.
Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
Termites work silently—but cause RM thousands in damage when left unchecked.
If you’ve noticed any of these signs, it’s time to schedule a termite inspection in Malaysia with a licensed pest control professional.
Contact Pesco Pest Control Today
- Termite Control & Baiting Systems
- Termite Inspection Services
- Anti-Termite Soil Treatment (Pre & Post Construction)
- General Pest Control (Cockroach, Rats, Mosquitoes, Ants, Bed Bugs)
Location: 36,36-01, Jalan Kempas Utama 3/3, Taman Kempas Utama, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Call/WhatsApp: +6012-800 7008 / +607-562 0256
Email: ask@pesco.com.my
Website: https://pesco.com.my
