Termite cause more damage more annually in the United States than earthquakes, tornadoes and fires combined. Facts about termites:

“DRYWOOD TERMITE FACTS

Drywood termites generally live, feed and nest in undecayed wood which has a very low moisture content. Unlike subterranean termites, they do not require any contact with the soil in order to live. Thus, they can seriously damage movable wooden objects such as furniture. In the United States, drywood termites are found in a narrow strip from Virginia, south to Florida, along the Gulf of Mexico and from Mexico to northern California on the Pacific coast.

A male and female pair work their way into the wood chosen for the nest. The opening through which they enter the wood is sealed with a plug of brown cement-like material about 1/8-inch in diameter. Behind this plug they excavate a chamber where the queen lays the first eggs. The nymphs which hatch from these eggs perform the work of the colony. Soldiers and reproductives develop from these nymphs. There is no distinct worker caste as in subterranean termites.” quoted from epestsupply.com

We recently tented a home in our area in order to clear up an infestation of drywood termites. Fortunately they had not done too much damage.

for all of your pests with more than two legs, call Sandpiper Pest Control.