Termites are insects that munch mainly on wood and other substances like paper, plastic and fiber to build their colonies, with each colony consisting of a queen, king, soldiers and workers. They thrive in places with food and moisture, and unbeknownst to the regular person, they silently move around using the tunnels they’ve built in homes and buildings. The average queen termite could lay an egg every 15 seconds up to 40,000 eggs per day. Aside from letting professionals deal with it, simple solutions could involve reducing moisture in the area as well as keeping stored wood away from your home. Unfortunately, aside from skin allergies, infections and skin diseases, termites can cause illness by spreading mold that can easily be inhaled by people. Leaving termites be could also compromise structural integrity in buildings as well as electrical structures, which is a cause of concern for any homeowner and manager.
