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Jersey Termites - What is a Subterranean Termite?
Subterranean termites are native to all
fifty states excluding Alaska. A colony sometimes reaching several
million inhabitants feeds on cellulose-based material. Colonies may be
as far as twenty feet underground and still your home or business is
vulnerable.
The Queen,
which may live up to 25 years, is seen here in a Royal Cell with
the King. Thousands of eggs may be laid over a lifetime. Eggs are cared for by workers
during a two week incubation period prior to becoming nymphs.
Termites eat wood which in their natural
state is helpful to the process of breaking down fallen logs, debris,
and stumps off the forest floor. However, your home must be protected
from termites who gain access to your home through mud tubes.
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Nymphs will mature
into one of the following: Soldier, Worker, Winged Reproductives,
or Supplementary Reproductives. |
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Moisture, low light, and
low air is a combination which is tolerant to the existance of termites.
A minute space around a pipe or a crack on the foundation of your home
is all they need to gain access to your home.
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Soldiers defend the colony from
enemies, especially ants, using their armored heads and strong
jaws. Winged Reproductives are the termites associated with
swarms. The swarm from a well developed colony to form new
ones. |
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Workers are the most numerous in
a colony. They are blind and sterile and forage for the colony's
food. Workers cause the most damage to your
home. |
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Supplemenatry Reproductives are
the replacements for the Queen if she dies. They may also
produce additional eggs to increase the colony size |
Termite treatment is a cost which is
necessary to keep the integrity of your home intact. The longer you
delay treatment, the more expensive repairs can be. Nevertheless, the
most important choice you will make will be the one to decide which
company will take care of your home and environment.
Action has qualified technicians that
will help you
reconstruct your termite damage. and protect your home.
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