We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Termites can be a homeowner's worst nightmare. These pests cause billions of dollars in structural damage each year in the U.S. Unfortunately, ...

Spring is peak termite season. Learn why annual inspections are crucial to protect your home from these 'silent destroyers'.

A swarm is the colony’s way of getting termites to disperse to start their own colony,” says Eric Benson, PhD, professor ...

Have you ever wondered what you should do with the old tree stump that's taking up space in your yard? The idea of removal can be daunting for many homeowners — it can be pricey, not to mention the ...

A thriving garden should signal growth, color, and life. It should not signal structural danger. Yet the soil and mulch that nourish flowers and shrubs can also create the perfect front door for ...

Odontotermes obesus is one of the termite species that grows fungi, called Termitomyces, in their mounds. Workers collect dead leaves, wood, and grass to stack them in underground fungus gardens ...

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Termite activity is considered to be "very heavy" in California and other southeastern states, and the options to rid your home of the destructive insect are limited and often ...

Termites might be small, but the destruction they cause is not. They threaten buildings’ integrity, financial stability, property values, and even legal peace of mind. Termite infestations are ...

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Scientists at UC Riverside have found a clever new way to outsmart termites—by turning their own instincts against them.