Termite Prevention

The Formosan Subterranean termite is generally found in the warmer southern areas of the United States in addition to Hawaii. Because of their ability to consume a vast amount of wood in a short amount of time, this type of termite is sometimes called the super termite. A healthy adult colony of Formosan Subterranean termites can eat up to a pound of wood a day. The queen Formosan termite can lay up to 1300 eggs a day. The Formosan Subterranean causes the highest amount of property damage compared to all termite species in the United States.

Formosan Subterranean termites don’t just stick to wood, either. They have been known to eat wood, plaster, plastic, and even metal. A common sign of a Formosan Subterranean infestation is bulging in the walls of your home. This is caused by the tunnels they create. When you start to see bulging in your walls time is of the essence and you need to get a professional to come take care of your problem before the colony gets larger and causes major damage!