There are few things homeowners dread hearing quite as much as “You’ve got termites.” The last thing you want is something damaging both the structural integrity of your home and jeopardizing the entire investment. Unfortunately, in a place like Florida, a diagnosis of termites is fairly common. The Relationship Between Termites and Florida Floridians typically have […]
Read MoreThere are areas of the country where you can go your entire life without noting a single sign of termites near your property. Unfortunately, this just isn’t the case in Florida. Rated as one of just a few states with high levels of termite infestations, Florida residents have to be seriously vigilant about these problems […]
Read MoreTermites could be classified as one of the peskiest pests. They typically feed on wood, but don’t be fooled: they will eat just about anything in their path. This includes, but is not limited to furniture, books, mattresses, and just about anything that is not made of steel. The wood structures you have indoors certainly […]
Read MoreDo I Have Termites? Termites are difficult insects to discover. You may not realize you have termites until you start to see damage in visible areas, or when you realize there is a swarm of termites appearing in the spring and want to make sure your home isn’t infested. Because of where termites do their […]
Read MoreWhy Doesn’t Winter Stop Termites? Not all insects will die off when winter strikes. Termites are a colony and they continue to work and reproduce as long as their lives allow them to. Because they continuously function, they don’t slow down or need to overwinter in their nests. This is also true because termites […]
Read MoreThe Problems That Termites Create Termites can chew through a lot of wood and can make the structure of any building unsafe if given enough time. They build their colonies where there is dead wood available, which can mean that anyone’s home is at risk for termite infestations. When termites decide to move in, it […]
Read MoreFinding the Culprits One of the biggest problems with termites, damage side of course, is that it is very difficult to ever discover that you have them. Their moniker is the “silent destroyer” because they may live in your home for a very long time before ever being discovered. With no immediate damage visible, […]
Read MoreIf you arm yourself with the knowledge you need to protect your home, you stand a good chance of eliminating termites in your home before they become out of control. By following a few simple steps, you can safeguard your family’s well-being and your home’s structural integrity. Know the Signs. Though many cases require termite […]
Read MoreTermites are one of the most serious problems a homeowner can face. Termites are responsible for over $1.5 billion in property damage every year. Most often, but the time they are discovered, the damage is already done. However, termite inspections and termite control can help save your home. Termite control real answers right now slug […]
Read MoreDespite the economic missteps of the last few years, the housing market seems to be recovering nicely. More and more people are ready to buy a home again, and that may mean you’re in the market for a great house. Before you sign the papers on your new home, though, a termite inspection is an […]
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