Standard pest management methods for eliminating subterranean termites involve applying toxic chemicals to your home, your soil, or both. And “tenting” — basically wrapping and fumigating your entire ...

Poisonous baits are designed to smell and taste like foods that pest insects might want to consume, with varying degrees of success in controlling the pests. But a Purdue University entomologist has ...

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

While a pest control professional is the best choice for identifying and treating large infestations, do-it-yourself treatments are also available. “When applied correctly, all termite treatment ...

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

Having your house inspected by a structural pest control operator is not just a good investment — it’s a must-do home maintenance project. In fact, the few hundred dollars spent on an average ...

Termites are tiny and blind and spend much of their lives underground, but just the mention of them can strike fear in the hearts of homeowners. U.S. homeowners spend more than $2 billion annually for ...

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