Category Archives: Termites

Destructive termites cause damage that can go undetected for years. This comprehensive and practical section of articles can help anyone in their search for help against this unseen foe and the knowledge displayed took over 27 years to gather.

There’s no crying in termite control

Well as fate would have it we’ve had a small run of termite calls and sold some work. Normally this is a great thing but right now, not so much. Continue reading

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The 10 minute bath trap

Here’s an easy pest control step you can take that should only take you about 10 minutes and could possibly save you thousands of dollars and keep any unwanted surpises from coming your way. In the bug business we cut … Continue reading

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Termites: To bait or not to bait

Termite baiting still remains a mystery to many consumers even though it’s been on the market for over 10 years. Most people are of the opinion that ‘baiting’ for termites will in effect bring them to your front door. Continue reading

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Orange oil for termites

He never comes out and tells you his secrets of course because he wants you to buy his book. He does however allude to Orange oil several times and one has to wonder how with all that experience why he does. Continue reading

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No such thing as a ‘termite bond’

A bond is referred to as a binding contract of course but it is money that is set aside (or partial monies in some cases) for a specific person or contract. In other words if I go to jail and you put up a bail or a bond, that money is set aside specifically for my circumstance and no other. If I was a really bad person and had to go to jail again you would have to put up more money for that situation but you’d still be on the hook for the first bond as well. Continue reading

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Termite work can be messy

It’s rare in pest control to get a nice letter; our job involves mess and dead disgusting bugs. So much so that Mike Rowe of “Dirty Jobs” did a whole episode on pest control. I remember when I was first starting out in this career that our branch manager posted a kind letter from a happy customer. One phrase struck me as odd and it has been with me ever since. Continue reading

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The truth about pretreats for termites

A pretreat really is the best chance a home has of staying termite free for years and years. There is nothing in the way, no slabs to drill, no roots to try and trench through and the technician can actually see where he’s applying his product on 100% of the job. What really happens however Continue reading

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View a termite swarm

Great video showing termite swarmers in Africa and the perils of ants. Continue reading

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Termites begin their annual swarm

Experts say the annual termite swarm has begun. Take proactivesteps to help you through the process. Continue reading

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Swarmer Termites are coming ‘Don’t Panic’

Having swarmmer termites is no time to panic. Do three things to ensure the safety of your home and wallet Continue reading

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Understanding your wdo report

Quick tips on understanding your termite inspection for real estate transactions. Continue reading

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Termites What to look for

See what the pros look for and spot trouble before it gets worse.Read ‘termites what to look for’ at pestcemetery.com. Continue reading

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Subterranean Termites

The secret world of termites revealed. Know what to look for and how to gain control.Read all about subterranean termites at pestcemetery.com. Continue reading

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