The world needs termites, but their beneficial place in it is getting smaller.
Termites are like vultures and hyenas natural cleanup crews.
Yet, many Kansans have a false sense of security, Cress said. They only think of termite problems in terms of Southern states the corridor s best-known section. Besides, new homes in many areas of Kansas have a time-limited, guaranteed termite treatment barrier. Plus, the buying process for older homes includes a termite inspection. Any wood in contact with both soil and your house can be a route over a chemical termite barrier.