What Attracts Termites Besides Wood? (Water, Paper & Cardboard)

Nearly everyone knows the main thing that attracts termites is wood, however, termites are attracted to more items than just wood. An awareness of things that attract termites and things that repel termites can help you protect your property. Moisture Termites, especially subterranean termites, enjoy dampness and moisture. Termites would have a difficult time digesting … Read more

Is This Termite Control Product Better Than that Termite Control Product?

Basically, any termite control product that is approved by the government can be deemed as effective when used as intended. Some termite products on the market don’t really have any testing done to demonstrate their effectiveness, particularly the electronic repellers. Of course, some products will be a little better than others but what it really … Read more

Termites vs. Harvester Ants: Learn the Difference Between These Two Insect Species

Termites vs. Harvester Ants

Red-colored and small in size, the harvester ant can easily create its nest in your backyard. But is that too bad? Knowing a bit more about the insect and the relationship that it has with some common pests like termites, will help you learn the answer. The harvester ant isn’t recognized as a massive pest … Read more

Do termites eat mulch? They eat MOST mulch but avoid some.

I heard placing mulch around my foundation may attract problems with termites? Do termites eat mulch or am I just being paranoid? It seems like a lot of people place mulch around the landscaping near their homes. Could that many people really be unknowingly welcoming termite infestations? Sarah Flores (Orange County, California) First of all … Read more

Predators of Termites (Use This to Your Advantage)

People interested in organic termite control can use a few of termites’ natural predators against them. Sometimes you can pit other insects against termites but that’s not practical at scale. You can, however, use nematodes against garden termites. But it’s so practical to use insects against home termite infestations (because that would entail introducing other … Read more

Termite Control Methods (DIY, Natural & Professional Control)

Termite bait systems are a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) termite control methods you may have heard of and might be considering using. Termite Traps and Termite Bait Systems  People are drawn to termite bait or termite “trap” systems because they are relatively easy to use (compared to other treatment methods like fumigation or termite trenching), but it’s … Read more

Where Do Termites Live?

Termites may be at the top of the list for a homeowner’s worst nightmare. They can evade detection for years, quietly munching away at a home’s substructure while safely tucked out of sight. Unless your home is made completely of steel and concrete, it’s at risk of being eaten by termites, who live on dead … Read more