Why Do Termites Eat Wood?
When you see signs of termite damage or suspect that you need termite inspection or extermination services, thinking about why termites eat the way that they do or if termites fly may not be your top priority. However, understanding why termites prefer the cellulose found in wood, as well as what cellulose sources are most…
Do Termites Bite?
Whenever a pest control or wildlife issue arises, such as a termite invasion, a barrage of questions may run through one’s brain. How did this happen? Where did they come from? Why are they here? How soon can a professional extermination service, like Eliminate ‘Em, address the issue? Are we in danger of being bitten,…
Do Termites Fly?
First, there was the unexpected whisper of wings on your arm, but it was clearly too small to be a bat. Next, a few dropped wings appeared near the window sill, but they don’t look like fly or bee wings. Termites may not be the first flying pest to come to mind. However, some termites…
What are Termite Tunnels?
According to termite research shared by Science Daily, functioning termite mounds and the associated network of termite tunnels have been found that cover the approximate area of a small country and have been in use for close to 4,000 years. While it is easy to admire the intricacy and longevity of these insects’ constructions, property…
What are Termite Mud Tubes?
There are many types of termites, but subterranean termites are the primary culprit in creating termite mud tubes. In appearance, termites and carpenter ants are sometimes mistaken for each other, but termite nests or mounds and the interconnected mud tubes can reveal the presence of termites and distinguish these pests from others. Understanding what termite…
