Q:Is it possible to treat for drywood termites ourselves without using an exterminator? It is very expensive to fumigate or use orange oil. G.O., San Diego A: People frequently ask me if they can do ...

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 ...

Q:You have written before about termite baiting procedures. Is this something homeowners can do themselves or do we need a termite company? A: I have hesitated recommending that people do their own ...

Q. What are the different types of termite treatments? A. Termites can cause thousands of dollars in damage to your home. If you notice signs of termites or damage caused by them, it’s important to ...

Odontotermes obesus is one of the termite species that grows fungi, called Termitomyces, in their mounds. Workers collect ...