Termite Swarmers in New Braunfels, TX
Seeing flying termites or piles of wings? Call 830-777-CAMO (2266) for a termite inspection.
Termite swarmers are one of the first, and most alarming, signs of a termite problem. Swarmers do not eat wood themselves, but they signal that a mature colony is nearby and ready to expand. Camo Pest Control provides professional termite inspections, treatment, and protection to stop colonies before they cause structural damage.
Termite Swarmers
Termite swarmers are the winged reproductive termites that leave a mature colony to start a new one. In Central Texas they are usually subterranean termites, dark brown to black, about 3/8 inch long including their wings, with four wings of equal length that break off soon after swarming.
Swarmers often land in residential neighborhoods like those in New Braunfels and the surrounding Hill Country. Flying termites, piles of shed wings, or insects gathering near doors and windows are all signs to act quickly.
Termite Swarmers vs Flying Ants
Termite swarmers have a thick waist, straight antennae, and four equal-length wings. Flying ants have a pinched waist, elbowed antennae, and front wings longer than the back wings.
| Termite swarmers | Flying ants | |
|---|---|---|
| Waist | Thick and straight | Narrow and pinched |
| Antennae | Straight and beaded | Bent at an elbow |
| Wings | Four wings of equal length, shed easily | Front wings longer than back wings |
| Color | Dark brown to black | Black, brown, or reddish |
Flying ants indoors can also be carpenter ants. See our carpenter ant page to compare.
When Do Termites Swarm in Texas?
Subterranean termites in Texas usually swarm in spring, often on a warm, sunny day after rain. Read more about why termites swarm in Texas.
What to Do If You See Swarmers Inside
- Save a few in a zip-top bag or jar so we can confirm they are termites
- Vacuum up the rest and note where they appeared, such as a window, door, or wall
- Do not spray or seal the area before an inspection, since it hides where they came from
- Schedule a termite inspection. Swarmers indoors usually mean a colony is in or near the structure
How Camo Pest Control Handles Termite Swarmers
- Identification. We confirm whether the swarmers are termites or flying ants.
- Inspection. We find where they are coming from and check for active termites and damage.
- Treatment and protection. We treat the colony and recommend bait stations and monitoring to prevent future swarms.
Learn more about identifying termites or see our termite treatment services.
Found swarmers? Call 830-777-CAMO (2266) to schedule a termite inspection.
Areas We Serve
Looking for dependable pest control near you? Camo Pest Control serves homes and businesses across New Braunfels and nearby cities with fast response times and customized treatment plans. View the areas we currently serve below, and contact us if you don’t see your location listed.
- New Braunfels
- Canyon Lake
- Garden Ridge
- Gruene
- Buda
- Bulverde
- Cibolo
- Kyle
- La Vernia
- Spring Branch
- McQueeney
- San Antonio
- San Marcos
- Schertz
- Seguin
Termite Swarmer FAQs
Yes. Swarmers come from a mature colony. Swarmers indoors usually mean a colony is in or near the structure and should be inspected right away.
No. Swarmers do not eat wood. The worker termites in the colony cause the damage, which is why swarmers are an important warning sign.
Termite swarmers have a thick waist, straight antennae, and four wings of equal length. Flying ants have a pinched waist, elbowed antennae, and longer front wings.
Subterranean termites in Texas usually swarm in spring, often on a warm day after rain.
Save a few swarmers in a bag, vacuum the rest, note where they appeared, and schedule a termite inspection. Do not spray or seal the area first.
Swarmers die quickly once they are indoors, but the colony that produced them remains. Treating the colony is what stops the damage and future swarms.