Are you concerned that some bugs you found might be munching on your home? 🏠 A few other culprits exist, but they’re likely termites or carpenter ants 🐜 (if you live in the United States). I just watched an incredibly helpful video by Guy, a seasoned pest control expert who is retired but still keen… Continue reading Termites or Carpenter Ants? Learn the Key Differences
Category: Termites
Learn all about termite control here. We’ll show the signs of termites, how to prevent termites & how to eradicate them from your property.
Termite Inspections – What to Check & Get Them for Free
Regular termite inspections increase the chance of you discovering a termite infestation in its early stages, which can save you a lot of money. We will discuss how often you should get a termite inspection, and some signs of termite activity you can look out for on your own. Silent, Invisible and Destructive Listen. You… Continue reading Termite Inspections – What to Check & Get Them for Free
Termite Extermination Tips (DIY & PRO Termite Removal Methods)
Drywood termites, or more specifically, Subterranean termites are responsible for upwards of 90% of the infestations in the United States. Integral parts of nature’s food chain, termites are tasked with creating humus soil from dead rotting trees and other rotten material. Benevolent little insects, termite activity only becomes destructive after making their ways into human… Continue reading Termite Extermination Tips (DIY & PRO Termite Removal Methods)
How to Repair Termite Damage in Home or Business
Termites can cause great damage to a home if not detected early. As there are a variety of different types of termites from those who prefer wet wood and those who prefer dry wood there are termites for every occasion. With the slightest little opening in your home caused by water damage or rotting wood,… Continue reading How to Repair Termite Damage in Home or Business
Flying Termites (Why Winged Termites Can Be Serious Trouble for Homes)
Unlike flying ants, flying termites typically spell serious trouble for homeowners because their presence suggests an established termite infestation or an impending termite infestation. Essentially, visually confirming numerous flying termites inside your home suggests termite activity, meaning termite treatment is vital. The good news is that most termites damage your home slowly (unless you have… Continue reading Flying Termites (Why Winged Termites Can Be Serious Trouble for Homes)
Drywood Termites (Identification, Damage & Treatments)
There are several types of termites throughout the United States, however, there are specific types that are found in various regions of the country to help identify drywood termites. They are found in warm weather—mostly in the southern and southwestern United States. As their name suggests, drywood termites feed on dry wood, as well as… Continue reading Drywood Termites (Identification, Damage & Treatments)
How Much is Termite Treatment
Termites are among some of the most devastating pests that homeowners possibly have to cope with. When asking the question of how much is termite treatment, you will need to not only consider the cost of the actual treatment, but the cost of the steps you must take to repair any damage caused. For this… Continue reading How Much is Termite Treatment
Do I need termite protection? (Typical protection plans)
Do you need termite protection? Well, who doesn’t? Termite infestations are a serious nuisance and a dangerous phenomenon in the world. These annoying insects invade a house and make sure they won’t leave until they ruin the entire structure. From Drywood termites to Dampwood termites and also Formosan termites, the danger of termites is the… Continue reading Do I need termite protection? (Typical protection plans)
Can termites eat through duct tape? They can get through it!
Termites’ jaws are strong enough to chew through material most people don’t assume they would. During termite swarmer seasons, flying termites often find tiny cracks into peoples homes. A quick, temporariy fix many folks try to seal of these tiny termite entry points is put duct tape over the cracks. Termites can chew through duct… Continue reading Can termites eat through duct tape? They can get through it!
How Much Does A Termite Inspection Cost? (Inspection PRICE Guide)
The Formosan subterranean termite—one of the biggest fears of any homeowner is the risk of a termite infestation, the costs associated with dealing with termites and termite control, and the repairs that would be necessary because termite damage can be extreme. But there are measures that you can take to help prevent those unwanted pests… Continue reading How Much Does A Termite Inspection Cost? (Inspection PRICE Guide)
How much does termite fumigation cost? (Get lower tenting prices)
Termites, pesky little insects that can create catastrophic damage to buildings, can be a homeowner’s biggest fear. Unfortunately, many people don’t give much thought to termite control until they see a termite tent in their neighborhood or get a quote for termite fumigation themselves. Why should I fumigate for termites? A termite infestation can create… Continue reading How much does termite fumigation cost? (Get lower tenting prices)
Fumigation Preparation, Process & Chemicals.
Anytime you are dealing with unwanted creatures inside your home such as insects, rodents and small mammals a process such as fumigation can help to rid them away. However, this process should be professionally done by an exterminator since it can be potentially dangerous to humans and other creatures you do not wish to bring… Continue reading Fumigation Preparation, Process & Chemicals.
Learn the Difference Between Termites and Ants
With spring right around the corner, people across the country are dreading one of the most irritating and potentially costly times of the year- the resurgence of all manner of bugs, particularly the ones that want to inhabit your living and work spaces. There are many different kinds of household pests, from spiders in the… Continue reading Learn the Difference Between Termites and Ants
Termite Control Techniques & Prevention Strategies & Tips
Termites, the silent destroyer, often hide in your basement or walls and you can’t see any damage that is being done. There are over 2,300 species of termites and knowing which type is important in knowing how to get rid of it. It is very difficult to find and locate termites because they live inside… Continue reading Termite Control Techniques & Prevention Strategies & Tips
What are Termite Bonds? Like Insurance for Termites.
People in termite-heavy places like Alabama have a saying that goes something like this: “There are two kinds of houses: those with termites and those that will have them.” If you live in a place like this, you’ve probably heard of termite bonds. If you’ve never heard of termite bonds, you’re not alone. For years,… Continue reading What are Termite Bonds? Like Insurance for Termites.
What do Termites do to Humans? Can they Harm or Bite People?
With a highly evolved soldier caste, termites can do a lot of damage to your home, but will not bite humans. They are equipped to combat invading insects such as ants and other termites but unless they feel threatened by a human there is no reason to bite them. They have the ability to bite… Continue reading What do Termites do to Humans? Can they Harm or Bite People?
