Beware of the 'super termite' that’s munching more than wood. Find out why this is a nightmare for homeowners.

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Take a Pest Control Quiz. Get matched with an Authorized Partner. Termites are more than just a nuisance — a termite infestation, if left untreated, can lead to costly repairs and compromise the ...

Termites are underground pests that feed on wood. Damage may take three to eight years to become serious since termites eat wood from the inside out. (Photo Credit: Chaiyon021/Dreamstime) Termites are ...

Termites might be small, but the destruction they cause is not. They threaten buildings’ integrity, financial stability, property values, and even legal peace of mind. Termite infestations are ...

Q: Recently I’ve noticed termite droppings but no termitesinside my house. Does this still mean I could have an infestation? What other signs should I look for? A: Whether spotting termite droppings ...

When spring arrives, our thoughts turn to wildflowers, gardening and outdoor activities. Pest control experts, though, mostly think about swarms of termites. Mother's Day and its surrounding weeks are ...

During spring, the wood in your house can become the perfect home for insects that never sleep: termites. In North Carolina, termite season usually begins in March or April, when the wood-eating pests ...

Termites like these are responsible for causing roughly $30 billion in damage to crops and man-made structures in the U.S. each year, pest control company Orkin estimates. Scott Bauer USDA A cool ...