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Ants Vs. Termites – Is It Even A Contest?
When we think of pests, we don’t usually think of ants. We think of rats, cockroaches and termites. Ants for the most part are just wandering around the home foraging for food, and will leave as soon as the food sources are exhausted. So can they even compete with the...
Termites Destroyed The Entire Island Of St. Helena
You may have heard of the Island of St. Helena, as it has a long and interesting history. The island is volcanic and tropical, as it sits in the south Atlantic ocean twenty five hundred miles east of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. St. Helena is well known for being the...
How To Correct The Most Common Architectural Defects That Make Residential Homes Susceptible To Subterranean Termite Infestations
All termite species are social insects that live in colonies, but unlike single-nesting drywood termites that only inhabit above ground wood in southern states, subterranean termites live within moist ground soil where a single mature colony is typically composed of...
How To Budget For Termite Treatments
Termite treatments are a necessary expense from time to time for most homeowners, and in comparison to the damage that an uncontrolled infestation can do, the price is quite accessible. The cost of the treatment will depend on the size of the infestation, the area...
How Do Termite Workers Use Water To Initiate Infestations Within Structural Wood?
There are many termite species inhabiting the United States, but most of these species are not pests of woodwork. However, virtually every timber-framed home and building in the country is susceptible to termite damage, and this includes structures located along the...
Termite Inspection Procedure
When dealing with termite infestations, the best way to make sure that they are removed effectively is to work with a pest control company. The company you choose will send over one or more professionals to control the infestation, and the entire process will begin...
How Termites Choose Their Targets
Termites will often be drawn to certain homes more than others. Let’s take a closer look at why this is and what are the factors that attract termites to a building. Outdoor draws There are several factors that can draw termites to the outdoors of your property....
Termites In The Home
One of the worst pest infestations that you can find in your home is a termite infestation, but if you can spot it early on, you can save a lot of money. In this article, we’re going to cover some of the signs that will let you know if you have a termite infestation....
Signs of Termite Damage
It is not always possible for an untrained individual to see evidence of termites; however, homeowners can sometimes identify a potential termite problem by being vigilant in and around the home. If you see any of the following, it’s time to contact a pest...
Carpenter Ants Vs. Termites
Termites and carpenter ants are the two main wood destroying pests currently bothering homeowners in the US. Together they cause billions of dollars in damage each year, so it’s important to be familiar with them and understand how they differ. In this article, we’re...
Tips to Prepare for a Termite Inspection
Every modern home owner must educate themselves on termite damage and control. Termites are small creatures but are notorious for the significant damage that they can do the physical structure of a home, its furniture and also to the health of its residents. So, if...
How Much Does A Termite Treatment Cost?
Termite infestations can get quite costly. If left unchecked they can cause thousands of dollars in damages, and the more the infestation spreads, the more it will cost to remove them. Let’s take a look at the various termite treatment costs, and how much you can...
What Does Termite Ceiling Damage Look Like?
Termites can damage a lot of wooden structures and objects around the home, but did you know that they can even damage the ceiling if it is made of wood? Even subterranean termites, which will infest the home from the ground up, can eventually reach the ceiling....
Do I Have A Termite Infestation?
With more than 600,000 households being infested by termites each year, prevention and early detection are crucial to avoiding expensive repairs and extermination costs. An infestation can start small, and at this initial point, it is virtually undetectable without...
What Attracts Subterranean Termites?
Being able to lower the odds of a subterranean termite infestation can save you thousands of dollars in repair and control costs. So what exactly attracts subterranean termites to a building? Let’s find out. Outdoor factors Subterranean termites, like most termite...
Dampwood vs. Subterranean Termites – Which Is More Destructive?
There are three main termite species that will infest the home - subterranean, dampwood and drywood termites. In this article, we’re going to take a look at two of them, the subterranean and dampwood termites, and find out which is more destructive. Subterranean...
Everything You Need To Know About Subterranean Termite Damage
Subterranean termites can do billions of dollars in damage each year. This species has a distinct advantage over other termites, because it can build and expand its colonies underground, while others have to deal with the limited space of the wood that they infest....
6 Tips To Spot A Termite Infestation
Here are a few clues that termites may be present in a home: Mud tubes (used by termites to reach a food source) on the exterior of the home Soft wood in the home that sounds hollow when tapped Darkening or blistering of wood structures Cracked or bubbling paint Small...
The Causes Of Subterranean Termite Infestations
Subterranean termites can cause thousands of dollars in damage to the home, and hundreds of dollars in control costs. As such, it’s important to know why these termites infest the home and what you can do to lower the odds of an infestation happening. Outside of the...
How Subterranean Termite Infestations Start
Knowing why subterranean termite infestations start can help you prevent infestations from happening in the future, and since subterranean termites can cause thousands of dollars of damage to the home, you can save a lot of money by simply implementing some preventive...