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Termites
Penn State Fact Sheet
Termites Eastern subterranean termites are present throughout Pennsylvania and often damage structural timbers in buildings. When this damage becomes evident (Fig. 1), it is usually the result of years of infestation.
Ohio State Fact Sheet
Termites Subterranean termites are the most common and economically important wood-destroying organisms in the United States. Termites feed on materials that contain cellulose, primarily dead wood and wood by-products. Subterranean termites are closely associated with the soil habitat where they excavate a network of tunnels through the soil to reach water and food. These termites need moisture to survive.
Virginia Tech Fact Sheet
Termites Subterranean termite treatment has changed dramatically over the last decade. The number of systems, application techniques and products available for termite control has tripled in the last few years.