Formosan Subterranean Termites

Posted by Suzy in Formosan on January 10, 2011 | No Comments

Formosan Termite Origins and Expansion The Formosan subterranean termite, (Coptotermes formosanus Shiraki), is an invasive species of termite. Its native habitat ranged from Southern China to Japan to Taiwan. The Formosan termites get their name from Taiwan’s former Portuguese name, Formosa, meaning “beautiful.” Within the last hundred years the habitat of the Formosan termites has [...]

Termites 101 – Know Your Enemy

Posted by Suzy in Termites on August 17, 2010 | No Comments

Recyclers of the forests and jungles, termites provide a service to mankind and the rest of the living world. Termites eat wood, dead wood, not living trees. Microorganisms in their digestive systems break down wood-cellulose into the component glucose which can be used as fuel in termites muscles. Termites are part of the cycle of [...]

What are Flying Termites?

Posted by Suzy in Termites on May 8, 2010 | No Comments

Flying termites, similar to ants, are often visible during fall and spring seasons. These swarming termites are usually mistaken for flying insects. Reproductive winged termites are also known as alates. They are known to reproduce in warm temperature and it takes only a male and female to begin a new colony. As they mate, these [...]

Different Ways to Get Rid of Termites

Posted by Suzy in Termites on March 25, 2010 | 1 Comment

Getting rid of termites can take a lot of time and effort but ignoring the problem will just lead to more extensive damage to your home. There are many things you can try to do before having to call a professional. Below is a simple list of termite control techniques you can do on your [...]

Natural Termite Control with Orange Oil

Orange Oil - A Natural Way to Kill Termites

Posted by Suzy in Termites on March 16, 2010 | 1 Comment

For those homeowners faced with a termite infestation, Orange Oil offers an eco-friendly solution for termite treatment. Biologically friendly, Orange Oil is free of the potential risks associated with many of the products used to exterminate termites. Orange Oil is a completely natural substance made from the rinds of oranges. The active ingredient in Orange [...]

Common Sense Termite Prevention Tips

Posted by Suzy in Termites on February 16, 2010 | No Comments

Purchasing a home is a big step in life, and when a new home is purchased this becomes a way for you and your family to express one another. As with anything else that’s good, there are a number of things that can ruin your home and a termite infestation is a big one. Termites [...]

Termite Detection and Control with Termite Stakes

Posted by Suzy in Termites on February 15, 2010 | 1 Comment

In areas that are susceptible to termite activity, proactive measures need to be taken so you can identify termite activity quickly and early. Before you experience difficulty with termites or even an infestation, termite stakes should be considered as an early warning detection and control method. How Do Termite Stakes Help You Find Termite Activity? [...]

Termite Mud Tubes

Posted by Suzy in Termites on January 28, 2010 | No Comments

Termite mud tubes are a clear sign that subterranean termites have established an infestation. Termite mud tubes are often found under crawl spaces and in basements of infested homes. These tubes are protective tunnels termites use to travel from below ground into the wooden structure they have begun to infest. This tubing usually starts from [...]

What are Termite Inspections?

Posted by Suzy in Termites on January 28, 2010 | No Comments

Termite inspections are carried out for residences and businesses to insure that there are no termites present on the property. The inspections are carried out on a regular basis so that the termite damage can be caught as early as possible. The inspection is a complete inspection of the entire property around where termites like [...]

How to Choose a Termite Extermination Company

Posted by Suzy in Termites on December 18, 2009 | No Comments

Understanding Your Problem Whenever you are hiring an outside expert to solve any problem, it is always important to have at least some understanding of the basics of the problem on your own so that you can be sure that the work is done right and at an appropriate cost. In the case of a [...]

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