- 22 May 2024
When most people think of termite control and removal, the image that most often comes to mind is that of tenting and fumigation. Walking by a house that is covered by a special fumigation tent leaves no doubt as to what is going on inside – termites or other pests are being exterminated.
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- 20 May 2024
California has always had a serious termite problem. The state’s abundant resources of wood, the high humidity and the generally warm climate all combine to make it the perfect environment for termites. The 23 different species of termites that can be found throughout the state mean that it has one of the highest termite populations in the U.S.
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- 22 April 2024
To say that termites feed on wood is to state what everyone knows. But there is more to the termite appetite than just feeding off the wood that was used in the construction of the house. There is a lot in the house, that comes in with the occupants, that could also become a magnet for termites. The décor of your home could be a major attraction.
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- 17 April 2024
Does your home contain termites? This is a question all homeowners need to ask themselves regularly. Termites can cause thousands of dollars of damage if an infestation remains unchecked. In the worst case, a house could be so severely damaged that it becomes uninhabitable. The only way to know for sure if your home is infested is to have a professional termite inspection done.
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- 18 March 2024
Pest infestations are a major pain for homeowners. From rodents to cockroaches and more, unless they are dealt with, the home can become an unhealthy and unhappy place to live in. Many think that termite infestations are the same. They are not. The dangers of other infestations to the residents of the house must not be underestimated, but in the case of termites, it is the house itself that is in danger.
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- 15 March 2024
You know what termites are – pests that damage and even destroy houses, furniture, fabrics, and anything else containing cellulose. But how much do you know about them? The common retaliation to that question is why should we know about them. The simple response is that termites are one of the greatest enemies that a homeowner has to face and the more you know about your enemies, the better equipped you are to deal with them.
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- 14 February 2024
No one wants termites in their home. But over half a million homes across the country (and in particular California) are affected by this scourge every year. Americans spend an estimated $5 billion each year to control termites and repair the damage they cause. As a homeowner, you take various steps to protect your home and your family. That includes security systems, smoke detectors, fire alarms and more.
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- 05 February 2024
Innumerable horror movies feature zombies and other creatures that rise from under the ground and attack humans. These may frighten people (that’s part of the enjoyment) but at the back of our minds, we know that they are not real, so the fear does not become excessive.
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- 17 January 2024
Many who live in houses made of brick or concrete assume that they do not have to worry about termite infestations and damage. The reasoning behind this is that termites do not eat these materials - they only eat wood.
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- 11 January 2024
Natural disasters, over which we have no control, cause billions of dollars worth of damage each year. But floods, earthquakes and tornados are not the biggest causes of property destruction – termites are. It is estimated that Americans spend over $5 billion a year on repairing termite damage. While the problem is spread across the country, California is among the most affected states.