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What to Expect From a Termite Inspection
What if your home was secretly being eaten by an unseen enemy? It may sound fantastic, but that’s the exact kind of threat that termites represent to your home. And the only way to know whether you have termites to deal with is by scheduling a termite inspection. But do

The Different Types of Termites Commonly Found in Homes
Termites are nearly invisible to the naked eye, however, cause incredible damage to wooden structures. Every year, termites cause roughly $5 billion in property damage. They quietly invade wooden structures and slowly start to destroy the structural foundation of your home. Termites are also known to eat through decks, sheds, fences, and

Termites in Sacramento: How to Fix Termite Damage
If you own a home, chances are “termites” is one of the last words you want to hear. Termites can demolish your home from the inside out, chewing away at the wood holding up your house and leaving you holding the bill for thousands of dollars of repairs. And if

How Often Should Your Home Have a Termite Inspection?
Of all the pests that homeowners may have to contend with, termites can strike the greatest amount of fear in them. These wood-eating insects aren’t just pesky and bothersome. They can also inflict a serious amount of damage on your property. If you’re concerned about termites invading your home, a termite inspection

Termite Control in El Dorado Hills, CA
Termites are a leading cause of home damage and affect over 600,000 homes in the US alone every year. They also cause over $30 billion in damage to crops and man-made structures. Termite control is big business. Americans spend approximately $5 billion every year to get rid of them. Read on for everything

How Do I Know If I Have Termites?
Every year, more than 600,000 American homeowners are forced to deal with termite infestations. Termites cause over $5 billion worth of property damage on an annual basis. After reading these statistics, you should see why it’s so important to look for signs of termites in your home so that you

The Signs of Carpenter Ants vs Termites, Revealed
Every year, homeowners in the US spend an estimated $5 billion to repair damage caused by certain insect invasions, and some of the usual suspects include carpenter ants and termites. The signs of carpenter ants vs termites can be subtle and often hard to distinguish for the untrained eye. But

What to Do if You Have a Spider Bite and What You Should Look For
Spiders are everywhere, even if you can’t see them. The eight-legged arachnids can live in almost any environment or climate. You may come across one of these creatures in your home or out in the wild at some point. After all, the US National Library of Medicine reports that there

Is My Landlord Required by Law to Provide Pest Control Services?
Who is responsible for responsible of pest control in rental properties? Pest control may be shared between tenants and landlords. This article will explain who pays for pest control in rental properties and how to prevent future pest problems. Who Is Responsible For Pest Control? Landlords (owners) and pest control

Hotel Bed Bug Inspection Guide: How to Detect and Prevent Bed Bugs in Hotel Rooms
Bed bugs are a hotel manager’s worst nightmare. One mention of them in an online review can tank your property’s reputation, send future guests running, and force you into emergency pest control mode. For hotels in California—where tourism is year-round and guest turnover is high—routine bed bug inspections are not

Carpenter Ant Damage in Fresno, CA: What to Look For and How to Get Rid of Them for Good
Carpenter ants are a serious structural pest that every homeowner and business owner in Fresno should understand. While they don’t consume wood like termites, these ants carve smooth tunnels inside it to build their nests—damaging beams, supports, and wall studs from the inside out. In the Central Valley, where we

How To Get Started With Termite Removal
Termites are one of the most destructive pests homeowners can face. These silent invaders can cause extensive damage to the wooden structures in your home, often without being detected until significant harm has already been done. The longer a termite infestation goes untreated, the more costly the repairs can become.