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- Get Rid of Those TermitesThe following is a poem that may make a person wonder if they need a termite extinguisher or not.
- Termites and Mulch: Recipe for Disaster?You know of the insulating qualities that gardening mulches afford to flower beds and tree saplings. At the same time, you know that termites delight in consuming virtually anything made from wood. Do mulch and termites go together? Sometimes.
- Termite BondsAn unbiased approach to a popular question.
- Why Are Termites so Destructive?What are Termites? Why are Termites destroying my home.
- Termite Pretreat EssentialsThis article's intent is to educate you on new construction termite pretreatments and give you a better understanding of what to expect in the process.
Does Using Mulch Lead Termites into Your Home?Although wood, paper or straw mulch can be a source of food for termites, the main attraction of mulch is that it makes moist areas easy for making termite tunnels.
How to Keep Firewood Free of TermitesHow to keep destructive insects such as termites out of stored woodpiles.- What's the Difference Between Termite Damage and Termite DroppingsAs a contractor I went to plenty of homes, where someone told me that they had termite damage, when they didn't. The first clue to termite damage is to know what termite droppings look like.
- How to Distinguish Between Flying Ants and TermitesYou've seen a few winged insects in your house, but are you next to an ant hill or should you call a termite exterminator? Being able to identify the type of insect in your home can help you figure out if there is a problem.
- What Are Termites Good For?We all know what termites are good at, but what are termites good for? They do have an important role.
- Five Things You Will Not Hear from a Termite Inspection CompanyI'm not kidding around, these just might be something that you won't hear from a termite company.
- What is a Subterranean Termite?You wouldn't believe how much damage a bunch of these little buggers can do, to wood.
- How Much Damage Can a Few Little Termites Actually Do?If you really want to know the truth, it's probably going to shock you. I have heard stories, of termites in tropical climates, destroying vast amounts of lumber, within short periods of time.
- Some Termite Repair Companies Do More Harm Than Humanly PossibleDon't hire Mr. Termite Pro unless they have construction workers that can actually fix the damage correctly.
- Termite Droppings Usually Mean Termite Damage - House Repair TipsIf there is one thing I can say about termite damage, most of the time you can see it, before it happens and can do something about it, before it gets worse.
Differences Between Flying Ants and Flying TermitesWhat are these bugs swarming your home or yard? Check the antennae, wings and waists to see if they are ants or termites.
Could Orange Oil Termite Treatment Harm Pet Birds and Poultry?Owners of pet birds or poultry need to be aware that termites treated with insecticide, even orange oil extract, may be harmful. Birds that eat termites include bobwhite quail, chickens and the blue-capped cordon bleu finch.
Termites: Alternatives to Poisonous InsecticidesAsk your pest control professional about biological and non-toxic termite controls.
How to Recognize Termites on Your PropertyTermites can quickly destroy homes, fencing and just about anything made of wood. Get into the habit of checking for winged breeders, for mud tubes and for piles of frass.- Can Termites Eat Grass and Plants?Termites can eat plants and grass, not just wood. Some species prefer to eat grass and plants more than trees, fences, door frames or other items made of wood.
- Finding Termite Evidence in Landscape TimbersYou may never have considered the fact that there could be termite evidence inside your landscape timbers. Unfortunately, termites can be a problem outside your home as well as in it.
- Formosan Termites - Treat Wood to Elimate PestNormal ordinary, run-of-the-mill American termites need to have a moisture contact with the soil. When they are in wood and the wood is separated from the ground (elevated above the ground on blocks or whatever), their activity normally will cease.
How to Recognize Termite Mud Tunnels on the Ceiling or WallsTermites can eat through drywall and build mud tunnels in the ceiling. The brown tunnel resembles a stick or twig. Check out the photo in the upper right side of this article for an example.
The Horrible Hidden Damage of Termites in Tucson, ArizonaRead about the horrible hidden damage I found inside my home in the southwest from termites in Tuscon, Arizona.- Seven Termites that Eat Your 401(k)We call the difference between the market return and typical investor returns the "termite gap."
How to Protect Your Home from TermitesA termite colony can grow quickly- How to Tell If Your Home Has TermitesThere is little you can do to stop them; from Detroit to Denver, every home is at risk for a termite infestation. Read further to find out how you can uncover your home's unwelcome visitors.
- Requirements for Federal Housing Authority (FHA) Termite InspectionsYour state may require you to have a termite inspection prior to obtaining an FHA mortgage.
- Termite Sniffing DogsA discussion of the use of dogs to sniff out termites
- Do I Need a Termite Bond on My Home?Do I need a Termite bond on my home. Having a Termite bond on your home is a good thing, but you do not to have it. Read here to find out why you do not need a Termite bond on your home.
- Another Victim of Police Gunfire in the City of St. LouisMy friend Termite was an ex-cop whose stray bullet killed a small child. Just recently there was another accidental police shooting, this time an Overland man.
Termites Fight BackAfter almost a year of anti-termite treatment, a small group of termites remained. So it is very important that you are vigilant in taking care of your home from these pests.- Fornicating Termite Swarm - Scariest Orgy I've Ever SeenIn the spring, termites fly, mate, fornicate, and then fall to the ground going off into the wood; starting colonies of their own, after losing their wings.
(LIVING) How to Get Rid of TermitesA practical guide to termites and termite control.- How to Get Rid of Termites in Your HomeTermites can mean big problems for your home, some steps you can take to help prevent and get rid of them.
- Pest Control: How to Prevent TermitesTermites are waiting to destroy your home. They are much easier to get than they are to get rid of.
- Things You Should Know About TermitesThis article gives information on termites. It also tells you how to prevent and get rid of them.
- Foundation Plants Tempt TermitesDon't open up a through way for termites while setting up or maintaining a foundation planting close to your home, as foundation planting can tempt termites.
Immediate Need for Pest ControlIt was a good thing that we found out that termites have invaded our home as early as now. We had no choice but to call on pest control.
