Termite Control

A skill that is imperative to keeping your home safe and secure, learning to identify termite swarmers around your home can save you a wealth of trouble and turmoil. A helpful skill for home and business owners alike, if you are looking for information on how to identify termite swarmers near your home, keep reading. Physical Characteristics of Termites  First … Read More

Subterranean termites live on wood, and create mud tubes to get from one location to the next. They have colonies underground but can reach above-ground food sources through their tunnels. The swarmers have wings, can be up to a 1/2 inch long and are dark brown to black. The soldiers and the workers are cream colored without wings. Worker termites are about 1/4 inch … Read More

Termites are incredibly proficient at gaining access to your home. Even the smallest crevice can give them unwanted access and the last thing you want to do is make their job easier. Luckily, there are ways to prevent termites in Phoenix homes and buildings. Drain Water from the Exterior Always ensure that drain spouts and air conditioner drainage lines flow … Read More

Utah is famed for its sunny skies, picturesque mountain views, and diverse terrain. As spring and even more beautiful weather conditions approach, homeowners in Sandy, Utah should be aware of the seasonal menace that can cost thousands in repairs. Termites show up when you least expect and are never welcome guests. Fortunately, there are a few simple tips you can … Read More

Termites, often called white ants, are found to be more closely related to cockroaches rather than ants. The eastern subterranean termite is one species of termites that can be found year-round is the most common species found in the Houston, Texas area and surrounding areas. Each termite colony can have as many as 1,000,000 winged or non-winged members divided into two … Read More

Termites – that word probably just makes you cringe as a homeowner. First off, any pest is a nuisance. However, these creatures only get to be about 1/2 inch in length, but they’re big trouble. One example is the desert subterranean termites of Phoenix. The unusually high moisture level and the abundance of structures consisting of wood make the metropolitan area of … Read More

Don’t let termites turn your home into an all-you-can eat buffet! A part of the cockroach family, termites are stealth insects that can wreak havoc on your property, and lead to thousands of dollars being spent for damages. You have to be vigilant in making sure that they do not invade your home or exterior. This means being able to identify the … Read More

Buying or selling a home is an enormous transaction. It’s likely the biggest one you’ll ever make! It’s important to do your due diligence and have an inspection. However, you’ll also need one just for termites. How Common Are Termites? Termites are more common than you might think. They’re the largest threat to wooden homes, more than flooding or fires. … Read More

Drywood Termite (Cryptotermes cavifrons Banks)   Characteristics Three primary caste: Reproductives Drywood termites have swarmers or alates that vary in body color. These reproductives can be dark brown to light yellow-tan. Their wings have an almost clear to smokey gray that contains distinctive veins. Reproductives are about 7/16 inches long including their wings. The main reproductives are the king and … Read More