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Subterranean termites are the most common and destructive termite in the U.S. Interestingly, they are found in every state except Alaska.
Subterranean, by definition, means “situated or operating beneath the earth’s surface; underground.”These insects make their home (a nest or colony) primarily in the soil or wood beneath the soil. They tunnel through the ground, searching for trees, brush and other decaying wood (preferred) found in nature. If this primary source is reduced or absent, termites look to other food sources, namely, your home.
Termites easily access a home through any wood in contact with the soil. As a result, nearly every termite prevention list advises storing firewood several feet from the house and keeping the surrounding grounds clear of other wood debris. A regular inspection by ARAB Termite & Pest Control is highly recommended. A pest control technician can save a homeowner thousands of dollars in home repair bills by conducting routine professional inspections on a regular basis.
Termites are insects with defined social strata. A mature termite colony may number in the millions, with each member fulfilling a defined biological role. The castes, not including nymphs (immature termites), are called workers, soldiers and reproductives. Typically, a queen and king reside in a mature colony. Winged adults are referred to as “swarmers.” They emerge from the colony and take flight (swarm) during certain seasons of the year, usually late winter to early spring. This marks the beginning of the termite reproductive cycle, as the swarmers are the primary reproductives. Swarming is also the time that they are most likely to be spotted by humans.
People often confuse swarming termites with flying ants. There are distinctive differences, however. In order to discern a termite from a winged ant, compare the visual biological differences:
Leading indicators of a termite infestation of the home are scattered, discarded wings on floors and window sills. Other visual evidence is their earth-colored mud tubes (protective tunnels constructed by termites for travel), which are often found in damp basement corners, walls, wooden support beams, posts, doors and window trim. The extensive structural damage termites inflict may go largely unnoticed for lengthy periods of time, as the infested building appears structurally sound from the outside. If you suspect an infestation or wish to take preventative measures as a homeowner, contact ARAB Termite and Pest Control to conduct a professional inspection.
Eliminate the termite colony and its queen to protect against the threat of attack for good with the Sentricon® System.
Sentricon is the new standard of success. With proven and conclusive independent research done by 30 universities and independent research contractors, and reported in 70 published scientific articles, along with nearly two decades of real-world success, no other termite product kills the Queen, destroys the colony and protects your home better.
Unless you call Alaska home, your house is not safe from termites. Subterranean termites are a huge problem because there are so many of them and they eat continuously. The cost of damage to homeowners is estimated at $5 billion per year — which means termites cause more damage than fires, floods and hurricanes combined.
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Sentricon begins protecting your home the moment it is put into place. And, with proper servicing by ARAB Termite & Pest Control, it retains its effectiveness 100 percent of the time. It not only eliminates termites that are present but also eliminates colonies that attempt to attack later. This around-the-clock protection has been proven for nearly two decades in all areas of the United States and against all species of subterranean termites that attack and damage homes.
A protective ring of Sentricon stations around your home eliminates attacking termites and protects against the threat of future attack. Your Certified Sentricon Specialist from ARAB Termite & Pest Control will expertly install and service your Sentricon system.
Expert help. Unmatched results. Expert results are ensured by your Certified Sentricon Specialist from ARAB who has been qualified to use Sentricon to eliminate and prevent termite attack. He or she will install and maintain a ring of Sentricon stations around your home. Your Certified Sentricon Specialist will protect your home from termites. You gain the peace of mind that comes from the No. 1 brand in termite protection.
Termidor termiticide/insecticide is a professional termite defense product effective on native subterranean termites, Formosan termites, Asian termites, and drywood termites. It utilizes nonrepellent, or “undetectable,” technology that termites cannot smell, taste, or avoid. Instead, they contact, ingest, and share Termidor termiticide/insecticide, completely unaware that doing so will inevitably kill them.
Termidor termiticide/insecticide kills termites by both ingestion and contact and through the genuine Transfer Effect where a lethal dose can reach individuals inside their colony. Whenever a termite ingests or touches Termidor termiticide/insecticide, it can become a “carrier” that transmits the active ingredient within the colony, producing devastating results. Termidor termiticide/insecticide is also effective at preventing future infestations and damage to your home.
In numerous trials across the United States and around the world, Termidor termiticide/insecticide has consistently proven to be extremely effective at eliminating termites from and protecting structures. It has also proven to be equally effective at preventing future infestations and damage.
When your home is treated by a Termidor pest professional, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your home is guarded by a Termidor Treatment Zone. With more than 10 million homes treated, Termidor termiticide/insecticide has proven consistently effective at eliminating termites in structures and preventing future infestations from causing devastating damage.
Expert help. Unmatched results. Expert results are ensured by your Certified Sentricon Specialist from ARAB who has been qualified to use Sentricon to eliminate and prevent termite attack. He or she will install and maintain a ring of Sentricon stations around your home. Your Certified Sentricon Specialist will protect your home from termites. You gain the peace of mind that comes from the No. 1 brand in termite protection.
Don’t risk termite damage to your home. Contact ARAB Termite & Pest Control immediately if you suspect an infestation, or if you would like to schedule regular visits as a preventative measure. You and your home will be the better for it.
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