In the forest and other natural settings, termites are beneficial insects that recycle woody debris, such as dead trees, and return nutrients to the soil. But when they attack our houses, it’s a ...

The typical range for termite treatment costs is $229 to $967, with many homeowners paying a national average of $598. Cost factors for termite treatment costs include the termite type, infestation ...

Termites, found on every continent except Antarctica, are often referred to as "silent destroyers." These small, social insects live in colonies and spend their lives primarily in search of ...

When it comes to protecting your home’s value, you have no control over some of the factors that influence real estate values, such as nearby retail development or the job market in your area. You can ...

As you’re making your plan for keeping critters out of your home this spring and summer, there’s one pest that could cause significant damage if undetected. Termites are known to feed on wood, which ...

They will silently chew your house to the ground. By the time you notice anything, it will be too late. And you thought your ...

Flying termites, or "swarmers," signal a nearby colony and can cause serious damage if not addressed quickly. To control flying termites, King recommends differentiating between long-term elimination ...

Most people can't tell the difference between ants and termites—but it's very important to tell them apart so you know how to tackle an infestation.

Odontotermes obesus is one of the termite species that grows fungi, called Termitomyces, in their mounds. Workers collect ...

Heavy rain across Houston and southeast Texas has prompted a buzz of termite activity, with pest control services warning that they'll be looking to spread and start colonies inside people's homes.

South Florida’s annual swarm of termites is winging in strong this season – but relax, at least they won’t be spreading the new coronavirus. “It’s starting and it’s strong from the samples I’ve gotten ...