--- title: Termite swarms in Massachusetts description: Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about termite swarms in Massachusetts. image: https://blog.burgesspest.com/hs-fs/hubfs/flying-ants-vs-termites.jpg?t=1493916465474&width=532&name=flying-ants-vs-termites.jpg --- [![Burgess-and-Capeway-logo.png](https://blog.burgesspest.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Burgress_Oct2018/Images/Blog/Burgess-and-Capeway-logo.png?width=468&name=Burgess-and-Capeway-logo.png "Burgess-and-Capeway-logo.png")](https://www.burgesspest.com) 508-587-4309  |    [Customer Login ](http://login.burgesspest.com/) - - - - - Residential - [Pad Protection Plans](https://www.burgesspest.com/pad-protection-plans/) - [Ant Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-ant-control/) - [Tick & Mosquito Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-tick-mosquito-control/) - [Rodent Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-rodent-control/) - [Bee Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-bee-control/) - [Insulation Cleanouts](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-insulation-cleanouts/) - [TAP® Insulation](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-tap-insulation-installer/) - [Wildlife Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-wildlife-control/) - [Schedule an Inspection](https://www.burgesspest.com/schedule-an-inspection/) - Commercial - [Partnering with Burgess](https://www.burgesspest.com/partnering-with-burgess/) - [3-Part Plan](https://www.burgesspest.com/inspect-detect-correct/) - [A Higher Standard](https://www.burgesspest.com/higher-standard/) - [Services](https://www.burgesspest.com/services/) - [Disinfectant Services](https://www.burgesspest.com/disinfectant-services/) - [Sanitation Services](https://www.burgesspest.com/trash-chute-elevator-pit-cleaning/) - [Pest Management for Food Services](https://www.burgesspest.com/food-services-pest-management/) - [Pest Management for Warehousing & Distribution](https://www.burgesspest.com/warehouse-distribution-pest-management/) - [Our Guarantee](https://www.burgesspest.com/our-guarantee/) - [Pest Management for Healthcare](https://www.burgesspest.com/healthcare-pest-management/) - Termites - [Termite Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-termite-control/) - [The Sentricon System](https://www.burgesspest.com/the-sentricon-system/) - [Schedule an Inspection](https://www.burgesspest.com/schedule-a-termite-inspection/) - Bed Bugs - [Identifying Bed Bugs](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-bed-bug-control/) - [Heat Treatments](https://www.burgesspest.com/bed-bug-heat-treatments-in-massachusetts/) - [Let’s Talk!](https://www.burgesspest.com/lets-talk-bugs/) - Resources - [Our Blog](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog) - [Video Library](https://www.burgesspest.com/video-library/) - [SDS](https://www.burgesspest.com/sds/) - [Consumer Bulletins](https://www.burgesspest.com/consumer-bulletins/) - Company - [Our Story](https://www.burgesspest.com/our-story/) - [Careers at Burgess](https://www.burgesspest.com/careers-at-burgess/) - [Service Areas](https://www.burgesspest.com/service-areas/) - [Customer Reviews](https://www.burgesspest.com/customer-reviews/) ## Our Blog # Termite swarms in Massachusetts By [Admin](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/author/admin)| May 17, 2017 11:24:41 AM |[0 Comments](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/termite-swarms-in-massachusetts#comments-listing) # FAQ's on termite swarms in Massachusetts Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about **[termite swarms](http://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-termite-control/)** in Massachusetts that you might find helpful**.** 1. **Is a termite swarm in Massachusetts related to weather?** Subterranean termites typically swarm on warm, calm, sunny days following a period rainy weather. It's possible that you could experience a swarm as early as late February and it could last through May. The bottom line is that termite swarmers, which are the reproductive stage of termites, reveal themselves when the weather conditions improve in the Bay State.![Massachusetts termite swarms](https://blog.burgesspest.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Termite_Swarm_Exterior.jpg?width=640&name=Termite_Swarm_Exterior.jpg "Massachusetts termite swarms") 2. **Is there a specific area where termites swarm?** There are a few places where termites are commonly spotted by homeowners. Usually it's indoors, near a light source. Termites attempt to get outside by flying toward light around windows and doors or even toward lights that are on in the room. They will die on their own, and it tends to happen quickly.  3. **Should I search other areas of the house for a termite swarm?** Oftentimes, homeowners experience a termite swarm but never know it. This is because Massachusetts termite swarms happen quickly and commonly in the basement. Unless you inspect along your basement sill, it's possible you won't notice the swarm. You may also notice the aftermath of a termite swarm: long translucent wings that are on the basement floor. Often, people will see these wings on the floor and misidentify it as a flying ant swarm. 4. **How effective is self-treating?** You should never self-treat for termites in Massachusetts. Termites cause severe damage to your home and only a reputable pest management firm like [Burgess Pest Management](http://www.burgesspest.com/) should implement a curative solution. 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