Termites have the ability to cause catastrophic amounts of damage to your home. Consequently, it should come as no surprise the effective termite control is an important part of responsible home ownership. Thankfully, there are a few simple steps that you can take to help keep your home termite free. Continue reading to learn more about three of these steps. Move Items Away From Your Home That Could Attract Termites…
Read More »If you have rodents, you would think you would notice them right away, but they are so sneaky that they can go unnoticed for quite some time until you have a major problem on your hands. Rodents such as rats, although larger in size, can be sneaking in between your walls and getting into your food without you realizing it at all. There are signs you can watch out for that may indicate that you have a rat problem.…
Read More »Your home is one of the most expensive assets you’ll ever own, and termites can cause a lot of damage to it. If you think that you have a drywood termite infestation, it will help to know some tips for getting rid of them for good. Identity The Termites The first thing you need to do is identify that the termites are actually drywood termites. If you see swarmer drywood termites, you’ll notice that the pest has a body that is reddish-brown in color and has two pairs of wings that are the same size.…
Read More »Pest infestations are some of the annoying problems you can experience in your home. Pests are usually destructive, and they are also associated with some serious health problems. When most people experience a pest invasion, they often resort to pesticides and insecticides. However, this is not the best way to deal with any pest problem. If you want to manage pest infestations more effectively, it’s advisable to contact any of the reputable pest control companies in your area.…
Read More »Bed bugs are tiny, oval, brownish pests that usually assume a balloon-like shape after feeding, and they mainly feed on human blood. Naturally, most people expect to find bed bugs in dirty places and unkempt homes. Surprisingly, they also invade clean homes as long as they can get their delicious meal. You usually develop some itchy red marks on your body once they bite you. You could also see blood marks on the pillow and also see some bugs hiding in your mattress or blankets.…
Read More »No one wants pests in their home, be they of the insect or animal variety. The animal variety can be particularly bad because those are not easy to fully get rid of unless you have special tools and a place to take the animal. If you find that you have an animal problem, either an infestation or a stubborn critter who keeps damaging your home, you need to call a pest control company immediately.…
Read More »If you think you have termites at your home, it is important that you get this checked out as soon as possible. Termites can cause a lot of structural damage to your home, as well as to anything outside that is made of wood. Below is information on signs you can look for to know if you have termites, as well as what you can do about them. Signs of Termites…
Read More »One of the last things you want in your home is rodents. Rodents are dangerous and destructive and can bring disease into your home. That is why you need to be aware of the signs of rodents, so you can act when you spot any signs of rodents around your home. #1: Droppings Often, one of the first signs many people notice in their home is droppings. Rodent droppings tend to be in places where food is present, such as in your kitchen cabinets and pantry, under sinks, and along baseboards.…
Read More »Some varieties of centipedes can pose a hazard to your home. If you’ve been seeing more centipedes than you’d like, you should act now. A combination of treatment and prevention can help alleviate any centipede problems you may be experiencing. Know Where They Live Outdoors, centipedes are drawn to debris piles. Drifts of fallen leaves, overgrown garden beds, and piles of dead grasses will likely have a few centipedes dwelling in the detritus.…
Read More »Most people associate pests with warm weather. However, there are plenty of pests that can be a problem during the winter as well. Many pests seek out homes during the winter as homes tend to be nice and warm. This guide describes four winter pests to watch out for. #1: Rodents Mice and rats can be a problem throughout the year. Frequently indoor rodent problems increase in the winter because rodents don’t want to be outside in the cold either.…
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