Could an AI zombify another? [more inside]
posted by Guy_Inamonkeysuit on Jul 27, 2009 - 12 answers

I have swarming formosan termites in between my kitchen window and the screen. I duct-taped the most obvious openings for them, and turned out the lights. What else should I do before the exterminator arrives tomorrow? [more inside]
posted by umbú on May 25, 2009 - 3 answers

A place that my husband and I spend a lot of time in has termites. A plethora of questions about termites and my possibly insane level of fear about them follows. [more inside]
posted by Medieval Maven on May 17, 2009 - 5 answers

We've called the exterminator. But it's Saturday, and the termites are pouring into one room in the house. Are there any short term methods for fighting the infestation? The professionals are coming on Monday, but what can we do before then? [more inside]
posted by dirtmonster on Apr 11, 2009 - 19 answers

Are these termites? If so, what should I do about them? [more inside]
posted by alms on Apr 5, 2009 - 7 answers

What might be causing the things seen here in this photo and this photo? [more inside]
posted by mrhaydel on Aug 4, 2008 - 9 answers

Help me figure out just what the hell is up with our new addition, bugs, and sawdust! [more inside]
posted by littlerobothead on Jun 24, 2008 - 2 answers

Has anybody had success with DIY termite treatment? [more inside]
posted by jbickers on Apr 21, 2007 - 3 answers

How should I stack my firewood so that termites don't become a problem? Is it worth the effort? I also have some pre-infested sections of tree that I'm not sure what to do with. [more inside]
posted by agropyron on Apr 4, 2007 - 9 answers

two part question: Can I ingest cellulace by eating assloads of termites or would my digestive system break it down into its base parts before it hits my blood stream? Second part - If i can get it into my body in a usable form, about how many would I have to eat before I could derive nutritional benefit from eating grass/paper/wood?
posted by Tryptophan-5ht on Jan 21, 2007 - 13 answers

I think my home may have termites. Being a new homeowner, I have never dealt with an exterminator before. Any suggestions on who to call first? I've heard some horror stories about exterminators. [more inside]
posted by sharksandwich on Nov 18, 2005 - 10 answers

Something has been nibbling on the window sashes in my attic. Do you know what it is?
posted by alms on Oct 29, 2005 - 16 answers

Drywood termites: fumigation or liquid injection? [more inside]
posted by ldenneau on Oct 12, 2005 - 1 answer

The Formosan Termites apparently like moist, hot conditions. Does anybody know if the waterlogged conditions in New Orleans will lead to an explosion in their numbers? [more inside]
posted by meehawl on Sep 2, 2005 - 7 answers

Recommend me some books/articles about specific, somewhat esoteric, subjects. [more inside]
posted by xpermanentx on Sep 1, 2005 - 17 answers

I have confirmed that my house has termites and I would like to treat them myself. Is this something I should screw around with or is this something where I should get a 'professional'?
posted by cowmix on Jun 11, 2005 - 5 answers