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How do Formosan termites get in house?
Formosan termites come into homes via wood that touches the soil and by travelling from the ground to wood using their mud tubes. Common entrances include inside homes include openings created by unsealed joints or cracks. Aerial colonies may also infest roofs and other spots high above the ground.
How do you deal with Formosan termites?
the best way of treating Formosan termites is to dig a trench around the home and place the treatment in the trench to act as a barrier. Taurus SC is our go-to product to use as it is a non-repellent that will kill termites without them knowing it. Dig a trench around your home 6 inches deep and 6 inches wide.
What to do if you see termites inside your house?
The best way to react to finding out you have at termite infestation is to take action. Start by having your home inspected for termites by a professional. If the termite pro finds that you do in fact have an infestation the next step is to have your home professionally treated for termites.
Where do Formosan termites come from?
As of 2019, the distribution of Formosan subterranean termite in the United States includes Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, North and South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas (Figure 2).
Do Formosan termites swarm at night?
Swarmers: One of the most common signs of a ter- mite infestation is the swarming reproductive termites on window sills or near indoor lights. Formosan ter- mites swarm at night and are attracted to lights, while native subterranean termites swarm during the day, usually in the afternoon.
What is the lifespan of a Formosan termite?
The queen of the colony has a lifespan around 15 years and is capable of producing up to 2,000 eggs per day. The workers and soldiers may live 3–5 years with caste proportions around 9 workers per 1 soldier.
What happens if you disturb termites?
By disturbing the Termites you can cause the problem to intensify as Termites will probably retreat from the disturbed area and re–appear to attack elsewhere in your home.
How do I stop swarming termites in my house?
Spray the swarmers with a can of insect spray. They will die naturally unless they have access to soil, so emptying a can of insect spray is unnecessary. Try to seal the exit holes. Swarmers must escape and by sealing the holes with tape or other materials, this will only cause them to make new holes.
How do I get rid of termites in my house walls?
Some of the best ways to get rid of termites is to apply termite-killing products to your home’s exterior, use direct chemicals on the inside of your home, set up termite baits, and spray boric acid in your floors and walls.
What is the most destructive termite?
Formosan termites
Formosan termites are one of the most aggressive and destructive types of termites. Like other termites, these termites are known for destroying wood by boring tunnels through walls. Just one Formosan termite colony can potentially contain more than 10 million individual termites taking up residence in a plot of soil.