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Effectiveness of Subterranean Termite Control

There are two major types of termite that plague North America: the subterranean termite and the drywood termite. The drywood termite is less widely distributed, and can be found primarily in coastal, southern states. Drywood termites are especially populous in Arizona. Subterranean termites are populous in the warm, coastal southeastern states, as well as in Southern California. However, infestations are not uncommon as far north as Massachusetts.

As their common name implies, drywood termites make their homes solely in wood, although they feed on all cellulose materials. However, the far more common subterranean termite makes its home underground, using tunnels to reach above-ground food sources and any access-points to homes. Tell-tale mud tubes constructed by worker termites are indicators of termite infestations. By finding and removing all such mud tunnels, access sites will become limited. This will have limited effectiveness of subterranean termite control.

If you are constructing a new home, especially in a high risk area, it is advisable that you obtain estimates from reliable professionals for termite-proofing your home. While the effectiveness of subterranean termite control can never be 100 per cent guaranteed, professionals are best-equipped to take preventive measures which could save homeowners from severe loss. Pest control experts will also be able to suggest woods which are naturally repellent or which are chemically-treated to prevent infestation.

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