Termite Description
Termites are insects that feed mainly on dead plant material and can digest cellulose. Subterranean termites, the most destructive wooden pests worldwide, build colonies underground and forage above ground to access wood and other cellulose sources. They can infest homes from the ground level to the highest points, causing significant damage to door frames, cabinets, staircases, and wooden flooring over time.
How Termites Work
Termites live in underground tunnels made from mud, saliva, and excreta, which they use to explore and find food. These tunnels are rarely built in the open because termites require a high humidity environment to survive—dry termites die quickly, explaining why they are seldom seen crawling like ants.
Key Facts About Termites
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Termite nests can contain several million individuals.
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Termites are blind and work continuously, 24 hours a day.
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Colonies have a caste system: queen, king, workers, and soldiers.
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Queens can live up to 25 years; workers up to 4 years.
Roles Within the Colony
Queen
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Produces thousands of baby termites (nymphs) daily.
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Much larger than other termites and lives over 25 years.
King
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Lives with the queen at the nest center and shares reproductive duties.
Soldiers
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Sterile, blind, and wingless protectors with strong jaws and defensive chemicals to guard the colony against enemies such as ants.
Workers
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The most numerous caste; they feed the colony by consuming wood and cellulose materials.
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Work continuously and live for several years.
Signs of Termite Infestation
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Mud trails along building walls.
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Dried mud accumulation near door and window joints.
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Blistering or swelling of wooden surfaces.
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Damp or moisture stains on walls.
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Tapping or chewing sounds behind plaster.
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Earthy buildup around electrical outlets causing power issues.
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Large swarms of flying “black ants” (termite alates) during spring and autumn, indicating active colonies.
Our Treatment Process
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Pre-Construction Treatment
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Drilling and Spraying
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Installation of Porous Piping
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Follow-up Treatments
Free Site Survey Available!
Terms & Conditions
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We are not responsible for termite or pest presence due to fresh property purchase after treatment.
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Guarantees exclude gardens and areas exposed to water.
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Errors and omissions accepted.
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Disputes are subject to jurisdiction.
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All treatments comply with BIS Standard 6313.
About Dev Enterprise
Dev Enterprise is a leading provider of anti-termite and wood treatment services in Vadodara, India. We offer cost-effective, customized pest management solutions using advanced Udai treatment technology. Contact us for the best termite treatment in Vadodara.