Wood decks are a common target for termites, but you can keep them away from the wood using an essential oil from a plant ...

When we consider termites, we may think of the danger they can pose to our houses once they settle in and start eating wood. But in fact, only about 4% of termite species worldwide are considered ...

Termite damage on a furniture leg - Hadi Hariyanto/Getty Images If you thought having termites in your home was bad, you're right. But there is a particularly destructive termite moving through the ...

In the forest and other natural settings, termites are beneficial insects that recycle woody debris, such as dead trees, and ...

A hole in a wall caused by termites eating the wood. - Rizky Ade Jonathan/Getty Images Termites can be a homeowner's worst nightmare. These pests cause billions of dollars in structural damage each ...

When we consider termites, we may think of the danger they can pose to our houses once they settle in and start eating wood. But in fact, only about 4 percent of termite species worldwide are ...

A public service announcement about termite prevention shows a colony eating fast food containers—but not the French fries. Got termites? You better hope not, they’re a big pest and colonies can eat ...

You've recently spotted some insects fluttering around your home and find yourself worrying about the potential of termites. But how can you tell they're termites? And what should you do if you ...

Learn the difference between termites and carpenter ants, including how they look, the damage they cause, and what Southern homeowners should know to protect their homes.