What are Subterranean Termites?
In the wild, termites positively impact their environments by contributing to the breakdown of wood remains and helping to facilitate soil quality. However, many of the same qualities that may productively support a forest, for example, may lead to damage in homes and businesses, depending on the particular type of termite involved. Subterranean termites are…
Types Of Termites: The Different Termite Species & How To Identify Them
There are around 2,000 types of termites in existence, 45 of which are present in the U.S. This can seem like a frightening piece of information given their unfavored reputation amongst homeowners. With so many different types, how do you know which types of termites are present near you? Or, if termites have found their…
Carpenter Ants vs. Termites: Appearance, Signs & Damage
When you first spot a few insects flying or crawling throughout your home, you may think nothing of it – until you notice signs of damage from these tiny unidentified pests. At the first signs of damage, you may immediately think you have a termite infestation due to their reputation for inflicting damage. However, you…
What to Know About Repairing Termite Damage
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, estimated expenditures on termite damage and associated repairs, as well as termite inspections, termite extermination and other termite control measures or expenses, sometimes total as much as $7 billion per year. If a termite colony has gone unchecked for years, long-term termite damage may not only cost…
Is Spray Foam Insulation Bad For Termite Control?
Initially developed by the military and used for aircrafts, spray foam usage in homes started in the 1970s and picked up in the 1980s. As such, homes built during this period often use the material, but homeowners are typically unaware of its existence. Most homeowners think spray foam and insulation keeps their homes warm and…
