In North America, you have over 50 termite species, and these species can be split into three categories – subterranean, drywood and dampwood. Each group has its own behavior and environmental requirements, which determine where it will set up its…
Termite infestations can lead to thousands of dollars in property damage if they are undetected, and the even worse news is that they are not easy to detect. However, there are methods such as the bait system and the chemical…
We are all aware of the damage that termites can cause inside of a building, but what about outside it? Termites eat cellulose, and this substance is found in wood and plant roots, so the insects do not mind infesting…
Termites can be ravenous, but sometimes it’s hard to estimate how much damage they can actually do. After all, they are reclusive insects that rarely, if ever, see daylight. This makes it hard to believe that they are as destructive…
If you’re seeing flying insects swarming in your home, are they termites or ants? Neither is preferable, both are destructive. But how can you tell? There are many differences between them – and as a homeowner, you should know there’s…
How Termites Influenced The Size Of Dinosaurs One thing we know for sure about dinosaurs is that most of them were huge. However, over time, certain dinosaur species started getting smaller and smaller. Some researchers believe that this shift occurred…
Almost all termite colonies have a specialised soldier caste that has evolved to defend the nest. Soldier termites have a number of defensive mechanisms, including mouthparts that are designed to bite and tear apart intruders, and large, plug-like heads that…
We’ve often talked about the differences between ants and termites, from the makeup of their colonies to the appearance of their swarmers. Let’s say that you have both species in your home. That would be really bad news especially if…
Subterranean termite infestations can be very damaging to the home. The termites will build tunnels from the ground to the wooden structures of the building, and they will begin to consume the wood. As the colony feeds, it grows, and…
Sometimes, a termite infestation can go unnoticed for a very long time, since a lot of the signs of an infestation are hard to spot. Termites will infest wood, and while some species leave holes in the wood, others do…
Termites are among the most destructive termites that can invade your home. If they are not treated early, termite can cause significant damage. Additionally, they can cause delays to the purchase or sale of a home. Ideally, termites are not…
