Termite infestations can be a real problem for homeowners, with some causing significant, lasting damage. These pests will colonize within a home, feeding on and destroying the house’s wood. If not ...

In the forest and other natural settings, termites are beneficial insects that recycle woody debris, such as dead trees, and return nutrients to the soil. But when they attack our houses, it’s a ...

Termites, found on every continent except Antarctica, are often referred to as "silent destroyers." These small, social insects live in colonies and spend their lives primarily in search of ...

Stopping termites early can save thousands in repairs and help protect your home from permanent damage. Termites enter homes through cracks, wet spots, or wood that touches soil, making prevention and ...

When it comes to protecting your home’s value, you have no control over some of the factors that influence real estate values, such as nearby retail development or the job market in your area. You can ...

During spring, the wood in your house can become the perfect home for insects that never sleep: termites. In North Carolina, termite season usually begins in March or April, when the wood-eating pests ...

Spotting telltale signs of termites like droppings, damaged wood, and mud tubes just might be every homeowner's worst nightmare. Termites can wreak havoc on your home by devouring wooden floors, ...

The Formosan Subterranean termite has infested all of Texas’ major cities but there are ways homeowners can protect against their costly damage. Jimmy Chan pexels Did you know Dallas is one of the ...

Brionna is a writer specializing in home improvement, construction, and real estate topics. She leverages her background as a civil engineer and interior decorator as well as her love for ...

As a more aggressive species of termites, Formosan subterranean termites, known by their scientific name Coptotermes formosanus, have been able to mostly push out the native termite species, known as ...

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