In our region, the most common type of termites we see infesting homes and commercial structures are Eastern subterranean termites. As their name suggests, these termites are generally found underground or within the wood of the homes they infest, which can make identifying an ongoing infestation difficult. One way homeowners can be tipped off to the presence of a termite infestation is the presence of discarded wings. When Eastern subterranean termites enter their mating season, the male and female reproductive termites (called alates) sprout wings and take off in mating swarms. During these swarms, male and female alates pair off and disperse in every direction, forming new termite colonies wherever they land. This means that finding discarded termite wings around your property is an almost-certain sign that you have a termite problem. When it comes to subterranean termites, there’s no better treatment than Termidor. Termidor is an incredibly effective termiticide that targets termites by turning their own biology against them. Termidor termiticide is undetectable to termites, so they have no reason to avoid it once they come into contact with it in a process known as the Termidor “Transfer Effect™”. Once one termite has ingested Termidor, it will then spread it to other termites it comes into contact with, unwittingly infecting all the other termites in the colony and bringing down the entire colony at once. If you’re worried that subterranean termites might have found their way to your Norwalk home, don’t wait: contact Insecta X Total Pest Solutions immediately for a professional inspection. With our help and the help of Termidor termiticide, there is no termite problem too big for us to handle. Understanding the behavior and lifecycle of Eastern subterranean termites can significantly aid in recognizing the signs of infestation earlier. These termites require a humid environment to survive, which is why they are often found in damp or poorly ventilated areas of a home. Factors that contribute to heightened risk include wooden foundations in contact with soil, overstimulated irrigation systems, and even certain types of wood or plants that attract termites. Our team stays informed of the latest termite behavioral studies to continuously refine our detection and treatment practices, thereby ensuring we deliver the most effective and legally compliant pest control services available in Norwalk. Continue ReadingRead Less