Termites & Termite Control Services
Termites are a group of eusocial insects that, until recently, were classified at the taxonomic rank of order Isoptera, but are now accepted as the infraorder Isoptera, of the cockroach order Blattodea. While termites are commonly known, especially in Australia, as “white ants”, they are for practical purposes unrelated to the ants (although they are prey to some ants, including the acrobat ant).
Reproduction – At maturity, a primary queen has a great capacity to lay eggs. In some species, the mature queen has a greatly distended abdomen and may produce 20,000 to 30,000 eggs a day. The two mature ovaries may have some 2000 ovarioles each.
Worker termites undertake the labors of foraging, food storage, brood and nest maintenance, and some defense duties in certain species. Workers are the main caste in the colony for the digestion of cellulose in food and are the most likely to be found in infested wood.
Owing to their wood-eating habits, many termite species can do great damage to unprotected buildings and other wooden structures. Their habit of remaining concealed often results in their presence being undetected until the timbers are severely damaged and exhibit surface changes. Once termites have entered a building, they do not limit themselves to wood; they also damage paper, cloth, carpets, and other cellulosic materials. Particles taken from soft plastics, plaster, rubber, and sealants such as silicone rubber and acrylics are often employed in construction.
REGAL’S TERMITE TREATMENTS
Protect your house against any future damage with a Full Damage Bond Warranty service with Regal Termite & Pest Control. To keep your home safe and secure — we inspect, treat, and prevent termite infestations. Protecting your biggest investment is our number one priority.
REGAL’S 3 STEPS TO TERMITE CONTROL
- In-depth Inspections: Evaluate and understand the level of infestation (if any).
- Treatment and Control: Stop termites in their tracks or prevent termites from ever starting.
- Ongoing Prevention: Implement prevention plans to protect your biggest asset – your home.
4 SIGNS OF A TERMITE INFESTATION
- Hollow-sounding wood.
- Groups of winged insects or discarded wings.
- Cracked or distorted paint on wood surfaces.
- Mud tubes on exterior walls.