A homeowner in Aubrey, TX called Knock Em Dead after discovering what looked like soil and debris collecting near their toilet. When the technician arrived and investigated, the findings confirmed an active termite infestation with live workers already tunneling through the foundation of the home.
What We Found on Site
The inspection revealed several clear signs of subterranean termite activity:
- Live termite workers visible in the debris pile, pale and soft-bodied, exactly what you’d expect from workers tunneling up from the soil
- Mud tubes and frass (termite excrement mixed with soil particles) deposited along the floor near a large appliance, a classic indicator that termites have been foraging inside the structure
- Active tunneling material spread across a wide area, suggesting the colony had been established for some time
The third image shows a mud tube running along the floor edge near the toilet. That trail of granular brown material is how termites travel while staying protected from open air. Seeing it indoors means they had already breached the structure.
Subterranean termites in North Texas are no joke. They work silently, often for months or years before a homeowner notices any visible damage. By the time mud tubes show up inside a home, the colony is typically well-established.
How We Treated It
Our team performed a targeted termite treatment by drilling through the foundation and applying termiticide to the soil for the affected zone.
Our team also completed a full inspection to map out all active entry and foraging points to ensure there were no other signs of termites around the home.
Why Fast Action Matters
Termites cause billions of dollars in structural damage nationwide every year, and most standard homeowner insurance policies do not cover termite damage. Catching an infestation early, or better yet, investing in preventive treatment before one starts, can save thousands in repair costs down the road.
If you have noticed unexplained soil or debris near your walls, hollow-sounding wood, or mud tubes anywhere inside or outside your home, do not wait. Those are signs that a colony may already be active.
Knock Em Dead serves Aubrey and the surrounding North DFW area including Corinth, Denton, Flower Mound, and more. Our technicians are licensed, insured, and have over 10 years of experience handling exactly this kind of infestation.
Ready to protect your home? Call us at (214) 606-8664 or visit our contact page to schedule an inspection. We offer free quotes and can often get out to you within a few business days.