Incisitermes minor

Homeowners Advised to Watch for Signs of Termites

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Termites, Insects in culture, Hexapoda, Insects, Superorganisms, Symbiosis, Termite, Pest control, Organisms, Pest, Formosan subterranean termite, Incisitermes minor

The damage and cost can be extensive, but it is highly preventable if homeowners stay vigilant and know what to do to prevent this costly damage.

Key Points: 
  • The damage and cost can be extensive, but it is highly preventable if homeowners stay vigilant and know what to do to prevent this costly damage.
  • "\nTelling signs of termites include:\nWings: One of the first signs of a termite problem is usually discarded wings around the area in your home such as windows and doors when termites swarm.\nSwarms:After their current colony has reached its capacity, termites will look for their next home.
  • "In fact, by the time a homeowner sees wood damage, the termites have most likely done a significant amount of property destruction.
  • The company ranked #20 on Pest Control Technology\'s Top 100 Pest Control Companies in 2020.

Miami Holds Number One Spot on Orkin's Third Annual Top Termite Cities List

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Monday, March 22, 2021
Termites, Hexapoda, Insects, Superorganisms, Symbiosis, Termite, Organisms, Pest control, Orkin, Incisitermes minor, Cryptotermes

"Most subterranean termites swarm in the spring and summer, while drywood termites typically swarm in the late summer and fall."

Key Points: 
  • "Most subterranean termites swarm in the spring and summer, while drywood termites typically swarm in the late summer and fall."
  • Termite infestations are a threat to all areas of the U.S., though pressures from subterranean termites may vary.
  • The Pacific Coast and coastal regions of the Southeast also face the additional threat of drywood termites .
  • Founded in 1901, Atlanta-based Orkin is an industry leader in essential pest control services and protection against termite damage, rodents and insects.

Miami Holds Top Spot on Orkin's Second Annual Termite Cities List

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Monday, March 9, 2020
Organisms, Insects in culture, Termites, Hexapoda, Insects, Symbiosis, Termite, Pest control, Orkin, Swarm behaviour, Pest, Incisitermes minor

Most species of subterranean termites swarm in the spring and summer, where drywood termites typically swarm in the late summer and fall months.

Key Points: 
  • Most species of subterranean termites swarm in the spring and summer, where drywood termites typically swarm in the late summer and fall months.
  • Termites swarm when they are searching for their two main factors of survival: moisture and food.
  • If a termite introduction is suspected, a pest management professional should be contacted immediately to assess the property.
  • Founded in 1901, Atlanta-based Orkin is an industry leader in essential pest control services and protection against termite damage, rodents and insects.