Termite Control >>Termite Threat.
Learn about the termite threat...Termites live in colonies in the soil. They require moisture from the soil to survive, and can tunnel hundreds
of feet to reach feeding sites. To reach food above ground, they build mud tubes to protect them from
exposure to light, air and enemies.
Four "castes" of a termite colony: workers are approximately 1/4-inch long, light-colored and
wingless; soldiers have elongated heads with mandibles; supplementary reproductives are
light-colored and wingless or have very short, nonfunctional wings.
Live in colonies underground, from which they build tunnels in search of food; able to reach
food above the ground level by building mud tubes; dependent on moisture for survival.
Wood and other cellulose material.
Different rates of growth from egg stage to adult depending on individual species; one queen per colony, which can
lay tens of thousands of eggs in its lifetime, but most eggs are laid by supplementary reproductives in an established
colony.
They feed on cellulose-based material like wood, books, boxes, furniture and drywall coverings. Termites are
constantly foraging and have been found over 150 feet from a colony.
Termite colonies work 24 hours a day, and signs of termite infestations can go undiscovered until serious damage is
done. Because homeowners insurance typically does not cover termite damage, termite detection and continued
termite treatment are the best ways to help protect your property.
For additional help with detection, read about how to identify termite risk areas around your home.
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