The termite (also mistakenly called white ants) is a member of the order Isoptera, a Latin term that refers to the fact that adult termites have a pair of wings of equal size. They belong to the superorder Dictyoptera. They are related to cockroaches. Some authors liken them to the order of ...

So you've realized you have a termite problem and now you're looking for the solution? Luckily you've come to the right place and our guide will teach you the most effective ways to remove termites from your home both naturally and through some less natural methods. Best natural methods to remove ...

An example of an entry point Termites can cause a lot of damage in your home but also a lot of damage to your wallet. Repairs are often expensive and I've seen many cases of people having to part with their savings to fix the damage caused by these pests. There's multiple ways you can help ...

Termites are a type of insect that you can find all over the United States, but they’re a bigger problem in the south. If you live in the far north, you’re not as likely to encounter these pests but for the rest of us, we’re likely to have some form of interaction with them at least once ...

Termites are easily recognisable by their sort of milky brown colour but are often mistaken for ants due being of a similar size and body structure. Generally, you’re looking for something that is similar to an ant but there are a few key points to knowing the difference. It’s key that you ...

The queen in her initial year of laying eggs can produce any amount varying from a few hundred to thousands per day, allowing rapid expansion of the colony. Queens also have the ultimate control over how large the colony will grow and what types of termites are born by varying the pheromones she ...

Nuptial flights is the most important phase for a colony, the start of new beginnings. Flying termites, also known as termite swarmers, take to the skies in search of a new home once per year with the intention to create a completely new colony. The flight begins with the termite queen ...

Termite excrement, otherwise known as frass, is the fine powdery refuse that is left by insects that burrow and a sign to look out for when you're suspicious of an infestation. Termite poop is your best chance of identifying an infestation due to the allusive nature of these pests.   Is ...

There's a common question that I get from my family, friends and clients - What do termites eat? What's their main source of food? Do termites eat concrete? The answer to the last one, thankfully, is no. It is however, a very popular myth and often people are under the assumption that they make ...

A question I often get asked is can termites bite humans or pets? - The answer is yes! It's not very common though so you don't really need to worry about it, these pests don't usually bite unless they feel threatened so it's best not to try handling them if you see them around your home. ...

Wood mulch itself is not the reason termites and other insects see it as a prime place to base their colony as when you first put it down it's usually dry. Instead, what actually draws them to the areas are the same benefits that it provides the plants that you place in and around it: ...

Spotting an infestation early is the key to preventing expensive damage being caused by the invaders, there's many signs to look out for an here we have compiled information on what the main signs are to look out for.   Flying Swarmers If you're starting to notice many flying termites ...

You might be wondering if your home insurance will cover termite damage, or what type of insurance you need for termites? Home insurance usually does not cover damage from termites as this is there to cover you from accidents that are sudden and unexpected. It's estimated that US residents ...