Everyone knows that termites are one of the most destructive and costliest pests in the world, so it is no wonder that people start to panic when they hear that a neighbor has a termite infestation. Many questions and worries may start to arise as you see their home being treated. We’ll guide you … [Read more...]

Everyone knows that termites tunnel through and destroy wood, but do they actually eat the wood? And if so, how is this done?     Termites do, in fact, eat wood, but the thing they are really after is cellulose. Cellulose is the most common organic compound found in nature. … [Read more...]

There are over 2,000 known species of termites in the world, and the United States is home to about 45 of them. There are three main types of termites that are responsible for the majority of damage: subterranean, drywood, and dampwood.     Subterranean Termites By far the most … [Read more...]

Every year in the United States, over 600,000 homes are damaged by termites. The total damages can reach up to $5 billion dollars per year. Regular termite inspections and monitoring can help to prevent infestations, but it is also important to make sure that you are not unintentionally attracting … [Read more...]

The termite queen is the most important member of a termite colony, and she is the key to any effective termite control. A little understanding of the queen’s behavior and role in the colony will help you prevent and control termites around your home.   What makes a termite a … [Read more...]

In order to achieve effective termite control, it is important to know how termites grow and develop. From egg to nymph to adult, each stage has its own characteristics. We’ll examine each stage and explain how it relates to aspects of termite control.      Eggs The termite … [Read more...]

On a humid night after a rainstorm, you may have noticed a large group of flying insects swarming around. A closer examination may send anxiety coursing through your veins as you realize that you are seeing flying termites. Swarming termites are a definite sign of a nearby infestation and should … [Read more...]

Termite infestations can be devastating for homeowners because they can damage structures and are costly to get rid of. Prevention and early detection are the best ways to limit the negative consequences from termites. One of the most obvious signs of a termite infestation is the presence of termite … [Read more...]

Termites can be disastrous to your home or business. An untreated infestation can cost thousands of dollars to take care of. Nobody intentionally does things to attract termites, but some may be attracting them accidentally. If you want to keep termites away from your home or business, you will want … [Read more...]

Termite infestations can be costly to deal with if they are allowed to go untreated. The best thing you can do to avoid these devastating costs is to be vigilant about termite prevention efforts and understand the signs of termites so that you can catch any problems before they get out of hand. … [Read more...]