Subterranean Termite Treatment

Subterranean termites live in the soil and attack from the ground up. Their colonies are bigger compared to Drywood Termites.

To reach food sources and shelter themselves from the outside air, these termites construct unique tunnels known as “mud tubes.” They consume wood 24 hours a day, seven days a week, biting off tiny bits of wood one at a time with their saw-toothed teeth. 

Subterranean termites may wreak havoc on a building’s structure over time, leading to its ultimate collapse.

Subterranean termites or castes are divided into three kinds, based on their physical characteristics: reproductive’s, workers, and soldiers.

The reproductive’s are the king, queen, and alates. Alates, commonly known as swarmers, have lengthy bodies that range from dark brown to practically black in color and transparent, milky-colored wings. Their bodies are generally 1/4 to 1/2 inch long, with a few scarcely visible hairs on their wings.

Workers are around 1/4 inch long or less and have a cream-colored body. They have tiny jaws that aid in the chewing of wood and the movement of materials. 

Soldiers can be distinguished from the rest because of their huge mandibles. Their heads are rectangular, and their bodies are flat and broad. Their bodies are generally a creamy white hue, similar to workers’, but their heads are darker and more brownish. Workers and soldiers, unlike swarmers, do not have wings. 

Their colonies are bigger compared to Drywood Termites. Left alone they can cause serious damage to your home. The good news is that Subterranean termites can be treated and prevented.