termite inspection
Drywood vs subterranean termites in Katy homes
How do you tell drywood from subterranean termites in Katy? Look at how they live and what they leave behind. Subterranean termites—including native Reticulitermes species and Formosan termites (Coptotermes formosanus)—need moisture and usually stay connected to the soil. They build mud shelter tubes, leave soil in the wood they eat, and often show up first […]
Termites in a tree in your Houston yard: what to do
Are termites in a tree in my Houston yard a threat to my house? They can be. Termites in a living tree mean an active colony is working close to your home, and Formosan subterranean termites, which are established in the Houston area, are known to attack living trees as well as buildings (Texas A&M […]
Termite treatment in Cypress, TX: signs and next steps
Do Cypress homes need termite treatment, even newer ones? Yes, if termites are present, and a newer house doesn’t rule them out. Texas A&M AgriLife says the biggest termite populations in Texas are along the coast, and that when land is cleared and homes are built, termites often switch from fallen wood to the wood […]
How To Tell If You Have Subterranean Termites In The Woodlands, TX!
Termites are one of the most destructive pests in the United States, causing an estimated $5 billion in damage each year. Subterranean termites are particularly troublesome, as they can easily go undetected while doing extensive damage to a home or other building. If you live in The Woodlands, TX, it’s important to be on the […]
