Termites are a very destructive pest and can be found causing issues in nearly every area of the United States. Still, the moderate climate of Southern California is especially pleasant for termites. The mild winters, humid summers, and lush vegetation of the area is a perfect environment for termites to thrive. Termites are an insidious...
Determining what attracts subterranean termites to your home can be a challenge. Your home is one of the most significant investments you can make, and knowing what attracts subterranean termites to your home can save you thousands of dollars in repairs. The question is, how do you prevent termites from destroying your home? Here are...
There are thousands of termite species worldwide, and at least 50 species thrive in the United States. Several subterranean, drywood and dampwood termites invade homes from the mountains to the desert to the coast, causing millions of dollars in damage each year. The most common termite species in Southern California include Western subterranean termites, Western drywood termites, and...
Termites thrive in specific conditions, so when they find the right climate, a suitable home, and plenty to eat, they set up house. While termites can infest your home directly, they also invade woodpiles, tree stumps, mulch, and adjoining structures, so knowing what causes termites is important. Moisture and access to wood are the two most significant...
Can you treat termites yourself? Technically,, you can! If you do your own landscaping, clean your gutters, and build a swing set, you might imagine that treating termites yourself is not that difficult. Some believe that with the right knowledge, products, and tools, almost anyone can treat termites. A better question may be, can you...
If you thought the only kind of Southern California termites you have to worry about are the ones that come up from the soil, we’ve got some not-so-good news. There are several kinds of termites in California that can cause extensive damage to your home or business. The two kinds of termites to be concerned...
When spring is in the air, temperatures start warming up, and termites begin swarming to start a new colony. If you see these black termites swarming around your home, that means there is a well-established nest nearby. The swarming termites aren’t a good sign, but they aren’t as much of a concern as the possibly...
Do I Need Termite Fumigation Treatment? Let’s be honest—most homeowners do not want to go through the process of tenting their home for termites. Ideally, homeowners would prefer localized treatments that allow them to stay home during the process. However, when termite infestation is severe and extends into inaccessible areas, tenting is the best way...
Spring brings warmer weather, blooming gardens, and swarms of flying carpenter ants. Or are they termites? It’s hard to tell exactly what kind of pest is flying around your yard or in your home, but understanding the difference is critical to preventing further damage. That’s because if you see a swarm of ants or termites,...
Did you know that according to Consumer Affairs, termite infestations affect nearly 600,000 homes annually, resulting in more than $5 billion in property damage and termite treatment each year? Termite infestations are a serious threat to the integrity and safety of your home, but getting rid of them doesn’t always require fumigation and tenting. While...
