Ants are group of animals with one of the highest level of sociality among other animals. They are known to be able to solve complex tasks due to their ability to communicate with each other (pheromones, touch and sound), and the use of division of labor.
It is hard to find someone who would have something negative to say about the amazing springtime. The weather becomes warmer, snows start melting, and flowers start showing their first buds.
Most homeowners use fireplaces as supplementary heat supply which involves burning firewood. Pests (including insects and other arthropods) can be brought into a home through firewood as most of these creatures feed on and live in wood. This article addresses what to watch out for when trying to detect these pests and how to manage…
If you suspect that you may have an infestation of termites in your home, it is better to act as soon as you possibly can. The longer you wait, the worse the problem will get.
Termite Swarmers for Subterranean Termites Termites cause damage yearly which runs into billions of dollars. They mainly feed on wood, but can also damage paper as well and insulation, books, and even filtration systems and swimming pool liners.
Termites are a house’s worst enemy. They come in through cracks in your home’s foundation and eat away at the wood. Although they’re small, they can cause thousands of dollars’ worth of damage to your home. It is important to keep your eye out for termite evidence or activity in your home so that you…
Insect infestation is quite common is, but they may not necessarily be harmful unless they are wood destroying insects. Wood destroying insects damage the home and even make it unsafe for habitation.
Termites are scary as they can cause substantial damage to before an individual ever realizes he/she has a pest problem at home. Termites usually feed on wood from the inside out; that is why their presence is difficult to detect except if you know where to look and what to look for. Everything will appear…
Termites destroy wood and are capable of damaging a house’s structural timbers, including floor supports, posts, ceiling supports, wall studs, and subfloors. Termites can also damage other non-structural components such as paneling, drywall paperboard, furniture, and carpet. The most prevalent species to invade and damage houses in the United States are the drywood termites.
You may have seen a termite or two on a hike in the forest or up in the mountain. They love burrowing in plants and woody areas. However, many people don’t realize that termites can also be found in the home as well as in the garden or the backyard. Once they have worked their…
