Termites! We’ve all heard of them or experienced them in one fashion or another. For some, these insects are nothing more than a problem that others deal with. For others, termites can be a costly and time consuming problem that must be treated. When identifying the total cost of termite treatment, it’s important to understand the factors associated with termite treatment.
What Are Termites?
Although most people have heard of termites, many have never seen a termite. Is a termite just an insect that eats wood? Oddly enough, a termite doesn’t actually eat wood. A termite uses enzymes in its saliva to break down the cellulose material in dry wood and other plant material. Sometimes referred to as white ants, termites can be found in almost any climate. Termites are typically between 1/8 of an inch to an inch long and can range anywhere from a few thousand to over a million in a single colony. If you live in arid climates such as Arizona, the California desert and Texas, drywood termites can begin chewing their way through wood-frame homes, outdoor sheds, drywall and even trees and plants.
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