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Termites that become Pests

when termites become pests

In a previous blog, we learned that not all termite species are considered “pests”, but only those that negatively impact humans get that label.  But how does a handful of species become pests, while the rest don’t. All termite species eat wood and cellulose products, a type of food that most other animals cannot digest.  In a natural setting, dead trees, fallen leaves and other plant materials are eaten and broken down by termites and other wood-boring insects.  The process goes on with the help of other organisms…

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What can Homeowners Do to Prevent Termite or Anay Problems?

wood damaged by termites

As termites swarm in various parts of the Philippines at the onset of the rainy season, homeowners may start to worry and wonder what they can do to avoid losing their homes to or footing a huge bill to repair damage caused by termite infestation.  The following are some practical tips that homeowners can easily implement to help prevent future anay or termite problems on an existing structure. First, remember that termites feed on wood.  Therefore, remove wood in any form (logs, refuse, old furniture pieces, tree stumps,…

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Why doing it yourself will cost you more in termite control

don't do it yourself

Doing it yourself can be a good thing when it comes to gardening or decorating the interior of your house.  But when it comes to termite control, doing it yourself would eventually cost you more.  You could also be risking your home, the single biggest investment for most families.  Most importantly, you also run the risk of harming the ones you love. Gardening can be enjoyable.   For some, it is a stress-reliever, a form of exercise, and even a bonding activity for couples or for parents and their…

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What are Termites?

wood damaged by termites

Termites are soft-bodied insects, also commonly known as “white ants” but are actually very different from and distantly related to ants. They belong to different groups of insects: termites are Isopterans that are closely related to another group of pests, the cockroaches; while ants are grouped with bees and wasps in Hymenoptera. Termites are generally light-colored, and have fore wings and hind wings that are about the same size and shape and lay flat against the back. These wings are one of the signs of termite infestation when…

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