Termites are notorious for building large colonies and causing costly and potentially dangerous damage to homes throughout NJ. Our Tom’s River termite control professionals deal with these pests on a regular basis, since infestations are common.
One of the reasons that termites are so numerous is due to the queen and the number of eggs she’s capable of producing during her lifetime.
Termite queens can live for decades if they have a well-protected colony that keeps them safe from predators. This long lifespan is unusual for insects in general, but it also helps explain why termite infestations tend to be large.
Queens can lay two dozen or more eggs at a time, and they have the ability to lay them all throughout their life. That can add up to a considerably large number of new termites produced over a queen’s decades-long lifespan.
Termite eggs are big enough to see, but they can be hard to find since they’re typically in underground nests or other locations that provide them with plenty of shelter.
Keep in mind that spotting eggs doesn’t necessarily indicate an infestation in the home. Seeing adult termites swarm is considered a definite sign of an infestation, though. It’s important to have infestations cleared up quickly to prevent structural damage.
If you have termites in your home, contact Allison Pest Control right away. We offer dependable Tom’s River termite control.