Finding out that your home is infested with termites is every homeowner’s worst nightmare. The Formosan termite species happens to be the worst of the worst. They are the most ferocious subterranean termite species, capable of chewing through wood, wallpaper, and even flooring. The worst part is that they will do it right in front […]
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Fall Swarming Termites?? Scary Stuff!!
Termites are one of nature’s many “recyclers” of dead wood, which make them a very beneficial insect as a whole. The problem with this pest develops when they decide to turn their attention to recycling our homes which are, of course, made of …. dead wood. Termites, and in fact most insects, have been around […]
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
The “good” would be spring showers, so necessary for food production, lush lawn and colorful flower beds. The “bad” would be swarming ants, a real nuisance around the patio, ball park, etc. The “ugly” would be swarming termites, an indication that a termite colony has reached a population sufficient to start new colonies. During this […]
Formosan Termite Alert
The month of May is anticipated by many in order to honor Mothers; however, the month of May also marks the beginning of the Formosan Subterranean Termite swarm season in Alabama. Formosan termites have the potential to cause more destruction than our native subterranean termites. Their colonies are much larger than native colonies and Formosan […]
What Is The Difference Between A Stump And A House?
Mother Nature Throws A Curve
Just when you think you have the insect world figured out …. it changes. Though we have been anticipating evening swarms of Formosan termites, native subterranean termites have decided to have a late run of morning swarms instead. Since the two types of termites have decided to somewhat merge swarm seasons, we thought it would […]