You’ve probably seen a tiny hole in your wooden chair or found some fine dust under your bed frame and brushed it off as “nothing serious.” Unfortunately, that’s exactly how termites win. Here’s how to stay one step ahead. Watch for these seven early signs of termite damage so you can act fast and protect your furniture, home, and peace of mind. 1. Hollow or Papery Sounding Wood This is one of the most common early signs of termite damage . Termites eat wood from the inside out, leaving only a thin outer layer intact. Try tapping or knocking gently on wooden furniture, doors, or window frames. If it sounds hollow, or breaks easily when pressed with a screwdriver, termites might be inside. Furniture that feels unusually light for its size can also indicate termite infestation in wood . 2. Mud Tubes or Brown Tunnels Termites build pencil-sized mud tubes to travel safely between their nest and your wooden furniture. These tubes are made of soil and ...
