About TermitesWhat might appear to be a small harmless insect, termites can cause major damage to your home. Termites can stealthily find their way into your home or business through tiny cracks or crevices. They feed on the cellulose found in wood and other organic materials, which in turn weakens and destroys the structural integrity of your home or business. Termites cause billions of dollars in damages to homeowners nationwide each year.
Due to their similar size and appearance, Termites are often confused with ants and are often referred to as “white ants”. However, they are more closely related to cockroaches. There are over 2900 different termite species world wide. They are found on every continent except Antarctica. In North America, there exists 50 different species. Termites live in colonies that range in numbers from several hundred to several million individuals. The colony operates as a caste system that includes workers, soldiers, and a King and Queen . Termites can often live for several years and one Queen can lay 30,000 eggs per day. Termites are decomposers of wood and other vegetative materials. In the natural environment, this is a very important role in the ecosystem. However, when found in residential or business structures, termites can cause a lot of damage. Termites like to exist in dark, concealed places, which can make identification difficult. Unless there are obvious signs of infestation, inspection by a trained professional may be necessary to detect termite activity. Signs that you have a termite infestation:
Termites can cause extensive damage over time which can impact the structural integrity of your home or business. Not all infestations show the outward signs and the damage occurs over time. Often, by the time an infestation is noticed, the damage is already done. If you suspect termites in your home or business, don’t delay. Call us today! |
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