High in the Rafters: Attic Wood-Workers, Ceiling Noises & What Those Clues Mean

Homes and buildings hide a lot up top: quiet creaks, tiny piles of wood shavings, or a late-night scuttle in the insulation. In this episode Mikey and Dana walk listeners through a common attic call where homeowners heard activity above the ceiling. We identify likely culprits—carpenter ants, drywood termites, and non-wood-destroying invaders—explain key clues you can spot without climbing into the rafters, and lay out an integrated pest management playbook focused on inspection, exclusion, moisture control, and monitoring. The XTERMIGATOR DIY Report gives 3–5 safe, non-chemical actions you can do tonight to reduce risk. We also cover red flags that mean call a licensed inspector or structural pro. Practical, non-alarmist, and checklist-driven, this episode helps listeners decide what to try safely and when to bring in the pros.