
Subterranean Termites
Subterranean termites live in colonies in the ground, building tunnels that look like mud tubes above ground level so that they can search for food.
The tunnels provide protection from predators and the open air allowing workers to carry food to the nest. They usually need to stay in contact with the soil.
Subterranean termites can form tunnels through cracks in concrete, so slab homes are not exempt from these termites. They need to stay in contact with the soil in order to survive, unlike Drywood termites that only need low moisture.
Subterranean termites usually swarm in the spring, but small flights can occur at any time of the year.

Signs of Subterranean Termites
Subterranean Termite Swarms
You may see swarms of winged male and female Subterranean termites in daylight during the spring, usually after a rain when proper conditions occur.
Discarded Wings
You may find discarded wings of swarmers on window sills, in the attic, or any place where there’s an opening in the wood.
Mud Tubes/Tunnels
Subterranean termites live in colonies in the ground, building vertical tunnels that look like mud tubes above ground level so that they can search for food. The tunnels provide protection from the open air allowing workers to carry food to the nest. Subterranean termites can form tunnels through cracks in concrete, so slab homes are not exempt from these termites

Termite VS Ant
Termites and ants look very similar, but it’s important to know the difference, because different methods are used to control each pest.
