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Plant City man hopes his termite tragedy helps home buyers avoid the same

PLANT CITY, Fla. – A first-time homebuyer’s dreams are literally crumbling before their eyes. The Gilbert family showed FOX 13 News what they discovered in hopes of saving other homebuyers from the same disaster. More

Termite Trouble: Homeowners say nothing is being done about a termite infestation

This is what happens when homeowners get caught between an uncooperative termite control exterminator and the Homeowners Association where some common property may be damaged. More

Ancient termite megapolis as large as Britain found in Brazil

Researchers have discovered a gigantic complex of 200 million termite mounds in northeastern Brazil, which may be up to 4,000 years old and covers an area about the size of Great Britain. More

Pest control companies respond earlier than normal to termite swarms in Tampa Bay area

Local pest control companies are seeing termite swarms earlier than normal. If you see termites, make sure to treat your home immediately. If you don’t get satisfaction from your provider consider reviewing the issue with a pest control attorney to understand your legal rights. More

Major Florida cities among those most affected by termites

A recent study lists key Florida cities such as Tampa, Miami, Orlando, West Palm Beach, Ft. Myers and Naples amongst the locations most impacted by termite damage. If termite damage is discovered, property owners should act quickly and explore all options to get their property properly fixed. More

Riding Herd on Pest Control Companies: A Few Things to Keep in Mind

Nothing makes Florida home and condo owners (and their associations) more nervous than hurricanes. In close second, though no less destructive, are termites, and the sometimes disreputable pest control companies that get hired to control them. Pest control attorney Pete Cardillo offers insights and advice on warning signs to watch for. Read more

New Invasive Termite Species Threatens South Florida Properties

Termites have been around since the days of the dinosaur and are certainly not uncommon in sub-tropical South Florida. Among this army of so-called “silent destroyers” is a new invasive species, the Asian subterranean termite that could literally bring down homes… Read more

Subterranean Termites Immune to Natural Control Methods

Hungry Formosan termites farm antibiotics from their homes, which they make from their own recycled fecal waste, new University of Florida research shows. These beneficial bacteria make the destructive bugs immune to natural control methods. If termites cannot be controlled with biological methods, property owners must use sprays or baits to keep the bugs at bay… Read more

BAF Concerned with Misinformation on Subterranean Termites

MISINFORMATION is being spread regarding promises of building concrete houses for those affected by the Asian Subterranean Termites (AST)… Read more

Termite damage poses a threat as hurricane season approaches

Tampa attorney Peter Cardillo, who specializes in termite damage cases, said it’s important to pay attention to trees that are dying or dead. Most termites feed on dead wood, causing trees to become even weaker and more likely to fall in a storm… Read entire story