Category: Termites
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Second of Four Types of Termites – Drywood Termites
What’s that munching on your home’s structure? It could be drywood termites. How can you tell? Allison Pest Control’s expert Freehold exterminators are here with a little 9-1-1 to better help you classify these criminals. What’s in a name? Drywood termites do not require moisture or contact with soil to be drawn to your home.…
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One of Four Types of Termites – Dampwood Termites
Looking at the termite damage to your home and trying to figure out “whodunit?” The Tom’s River termite control experts at Allison Pest Control are here to put the spotlight on dampwood termites to help you better ID your offenders… What’s in a name? As their name suggests, dampwood termites are named after their favorite…
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Do All Termites Have Wings?
Termites are common household pests, but they can be hard to identify. When you’re trying to decide if you need Tom’s River termite control services, use the following information to determine if you have these pests. Wings or No Wings? Some termites have wings, but they only keep them for a certain amount of time.…
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Do Termite Colonies Have a King?
You may have heard about every termite colony having a queen, but did you know that they must have a king as well? Yes, that’s true! Each termite colony is actually controlled by a queen and a king, and without a king, a termite colony will fall into disarray. The King’s Function Every termite queen…
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What Damage Do Termites Cause and What Does It Look Like?
Termites can cause serious damage to homes, but it’s not always easy to spot. These pests can eat away at wooden structures from the inside. While these structures appear solid on the outside, they might be hollow and weak on the inside. How can you tell if you need to have Freehold exterminators over to…
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How Long Does a Termite Queen Live and How Many Eggs Will She Lay?
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…