Flying Insects Around Your Lights? Termite Swarmers in Abu Dhabi
If you see winged insects around lights or windows, check the wings and waist. Termite swarmers have two pairs of equal-length wings and a thick waist, while flying ants have a pinched waist and a bigger front pair of wings. Swarmers appear when a colony is mature enough to spread, which makes this a good moment for a termite inspection.
How do I tell a termite swarmer from a flying ant?
• Wings: termites have two pairs the same size, ants have a larger front pair. • Waist: termites are thick-waisted, ants are pinched. • Antennae: termites straight, ants bent. A photo next to a coin or ruler helps the technician identify it.
What should I do right now?
Do not spray the swarm. Switch off lights near the window so fewer come in, sweep up the insects and discarded wings, and keep a sample in a sealed bag. Then look at ground-floor door frames, skirting and cupboards for mud-like tubes or hollow-sounding wood. Rain can bring on swarms, but your technician will confirm what is happening at your property.
What does Friends do about termites?
We start with an inspection for activity and entry routes, then use a soil barrier and/or baiting stations, documented with a written report. Your technician will confirm the method, visits and any warranty terms for your villa. Call Friends on 050 112 7654 or request a quote on the website, and a technician will arrange a visit in Abu Dhabi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are flying termites in the house a sign of damage?
They are a sign a colony exists nearby, not proof of damage. An inspection will tell you.
Do flying ants need treatment?
A nest may be near, often in a garden wall or planter. Colony baiting is the lasting answer.
Do apartments get termites?
Ground-floor units and flats with timber or stored cardboard can. A technician can inspect and advise.