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Termites

The Termite Queen

Every aspect of life has order and purpose, even that of the tiniest population of termites. Termites have a hierarchy within a colony, with the termite queen sitting atop the throne. This queen has the important job of reproducing and creating the entire colony of...

Winged Termites

What are Winged Termites? Winged termites are just that, airborne termites. These species are just as destructive as typical termites with the only difference being their ability to fly. So, why do these pests have wings? Well, only a certain caste of termites have...

What is a subterranean termite?

Bugs are small, unwelcome little critters that can take over your space in a matter of seconds. Now, imagine your home is infested with an invisible colony of bugs. Isn’t that your worst nightmare? Well, your worst nightmare can become a reality–subterranean termites...

Termites On Tour

Termites On TourTermites on Tour brings music and termites together in an playlist. Through catchy...

Drywood Termites

What are drywood termites? Drywood termites are a species of termite that prefer living in hard,...

Termite — Identification and Types

Termite — Identification and Types

Termites are found throughout Texas when temperatures are higher and humidity is greater. The most common types of termite found in the Waco, Temple, and Killeen areas are the Subterranean termite, Drywood termite, Dampwood termite, and Formosan termite. This article...

Swarming Insects and Flying Ants

Swarming Insects and Flying Ants

Texas is home to a wide variety of swarming insects and flying ants. While most of these pests are nothing more than a nuisance, some can cause significant damage to your property. Knowing how to identify different types of flying insects will help prevent issues....

Termites: The Terror that Lurks Beneath

Termites: The Terror that Lurks Beneath

All over Texas, hidden beneath the soil, lurks a pest with a peculiar appetite for wood: the subterranean termite. As the weather warms from winter into spring, the winged members of termite colonies, known as swarmers, take flight.  Seeing termites in the natural...

How Wood Destroying Insect Reports Protect You

How Wood Destroying Insect Reports Protect You

Of the many impacts that pests can have on our lives, few compare materially and monetarily to the potential destruction that termites and other wood-destroying insects can inflict on a home. We often learn too late of their presence and the damage they’ve caused....

Fall Home Maintenance Services Now

Fall Home Maintenance Services Now

September 22nd marked the autumn equinox, our calendar’s way of reminding us that fall is upon us and so are fall home maintenance services. Although we typically see a downtrend in outdoor pests with the arrival of cooler weather, we all know the bugs have to go...

How to Prevent, Spot, and Eliminate Termites

How to Prevent, Spot, and Eliminate Termites

Did you know? Texas has one of the highest termite incident rates in the United States! Termites are one of the most destructive pests in the world. Each year, they cause upwards of $5 billion dollars of damage nationally. Although there are hundreds of species of...