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. Thankfully, Conquer Termites Northside can help explain the journey that a termite undertakes from birth to their adult form. Get in touch with our team on (07) 3356 8801 when termites in Upper Caboolture cause you grief.

Over three distinct stages of development, a termite will move through a process called an 'incomplete metamorphosis'. Ranging in colour from white to light brown, translucent eggs are the starting point for a termite's life cycle. The naked eye is capable of spotting these eggs, even though they are tiny. The young workers of the colony care for the young that come from these eggs, which are called nymphs. Finally, using pheromones, the queen is able to control how these nymphs develop, creating adults that may be workers, soldiers, or other castes. Undergoing three phases during development, a termite's growth is considered to be an incomplete metamorphosis, though they move from infancy to adulthood.

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. Thankfully, Conquer Termites Northside are the leading experts on termites, and can help you understand exactly what the pests will and won't eat in your home. Get in touch with us on (07) 3356 8801 today to make deal with any termites in Upper Caboolture with ease.

So long as a material contains cellulose, there is very little that will stop termites from considering it a viable food source. It's common for construction companies to use plasterboard, a material termites are all too happy to eat, to build the walls inside your home. There is cellulose in the paper that is wrapped around plaster panels to make drywall, which means that termites will happily eat their fill. To make matters worse, if you let moisture build up on the walls of your home, you'll only be increasing the threat of a termite invasion. 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. Plasterboard makes for an excellent source of cellulose for any termites that may have wandered into your home.

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. If you need help with termites in Upper Caboolture, you can call us on (07) 3356 8801.

A colony of termites will emit a cacophony from inside your walls once they've invaded your home. Hidden behind your walls is a small symphony of snapping, clicking, and popping noises. Wood fibres quietly pop and snap as they're torn apart, which may occur when termites are actively feasting on wood, or anytime thereafter. 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. Unfortunately, the noise pollution during the day is normally too high to be able to hear either of these sounds without the appropriate equipment. 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. Termite colonies make noise that our team can track, even though the pests are generally nearly silent.