It's easy to confuse termite damage and wood rot. Both result in deteriorating wood and can be devastating to a home. However, termite damage and wood rot have entirely different causes, so their ...

Q: Lately, my doors and windows are hard to open, and I’ve noticed small piles of wood around the house. What does termite damage look like? Should I contact someone to perform an inspection? A: ...

Termite damage can spell big trouble for homeowners, and if not caught and addressed in time, can cost big money to remedy as well. According to Ben Hottel, Technical Services Manager for Orkin, ...

If you live in a climate where termites are an issue, you may have experienced termite damage to your home. If you haven’t, you’ll want to know how to spot potential issues, who to call if you have ...

Dennis and Peggy McClosky have had their Toms River home inspected for termites every year since they bought it in 2012. More than a decade later, they’re living a termite nightmare. “This is so ...

Termites can be the bane of a property owner's existence. Learn how to keep these wood-munchers from eating you out of house ...

If you ever have wondered where wood gets its color, David Weston would tell you it's from minerals in the ground where the tree grew, in what climate and at what latitude. As specialized as that ...

Reports of termites are on the rise and becoming a nuisance for many Florida homeowners. Families across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties this week reported a sudden uptick in visible termite swarming ...

Termite damage is due to insects, while wood rot is caused by fungus or water. Knowing the difference between termite damage and wood rot is vital to preventing and treating them. It's easy to confuse ...