What Does The Termite Life Cycle Look Like?
Termites are not born into this world as adults, and instead go through a life cycle just like so many other things. Sadly, not many people know the life cycle of a termite, however, as it is not common knowledge. Fortunately, as the leading local experts on termites, Conquer Termites Northside can help make understanding that process easy. If you're suffering from termites in Bowen Hills, contact our team on (07) 3356 8801.
The development of a termite is called an 'incomplete metamorphosis', and is comprised of three main stages. Life begins as an egg for termites, which can be white or light brown, and are translucent. The naked eye is capable of spotting these eggs, even though they are tiny. Nymphs hatch from these eggs, and are cared for by the young workers of the colony. Finally, using pheromones, the queen is able to control how these nymphs develop, creating adults that may be workers, soldiers, or other castes. Despite the fact that they transition from infancy to adulthood, termites are considered to undergo an incomplete metamorphosis.
Does Plasterboard Contain Cellulose?
When people think of the termites, they might picture sprawling nests hidden within their walls, feasting on the wooden supports buried within. Not many people know what else termites might eat, though, such as the plasterboard their walls are made of. The leading experts on all matters related to termites, Conquer Termites Northside, can help you understand what parts of your home are at risk of the pests. When you're facing termites in Bowen Hills, call our team on (07) 3356 8801.
Cellulose is the food of choice for termites, and they will eat anything they can find that contains it. Your internal walls are probably made of plasterboard, which, due to its cellulose content, can make for an attractive target to termites. There is cellulose in the paper that is wrapped around plaster panels to make drywall, which means that termites will happily eat their fill. Additionally, allowing moisture to build up on your walls can make them a more tempting target for termites, and may increase the threat of an infestation in your home. If termites have started eating the drywall in your home, you may be able to identify them via small pinholes they leave behind in the plasterboard, but it's best if you organise a professional termite inspection instead. When termites find themselves within your home, your plasterboard and the cellulose it contains may present an enticing meal.
Will Walls Stop You From Hearing Termites?
While it might feel like there is nothing is more concerning than noise coming from what should have been a silent home, the possibility that that noise may be termites isn't much better. Fortunately, if you think you might be able to hear termites crawling around your home, then Conquer Termites Northside can help. You can reach out to our team on (07) 3356 8801 for any help you may need with termites in Bowen Hills.
Your walls will become the staging ground for a symphony of noises you wouldn't normally be able to perceive once you fall victim to a termite infestation. These noises come in a broad variety, including popping, snapping, and clicking sounds. Snapping and popping sounds are emitted by wood fibres that are torn apart, though most human ears aren't able to hear these noises without assistance. You may also be able to hear the pests communicate via clicking, but these are extremely difficult noises to hear with just the human ear. During the day, the noise pollution is generally so high, it's impossible for many people to actually hear the noises that termites make. However, with the correct equipment, like a stethoscope, our team can listen for these sounds, and you might be able to hear them yourself once night falls. Despite being silent to most ears, our professional team can track termites in your home by the noise they make.
