3/11/2020
Most people don’t think about the signs of termites until the problem is too far along to do much about it, and people outside of the pest-prevention world often don’t know the right time to enact termite-prevention methods. But don't worry! We’ve got you covered for all things termites....
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12/17/2019
It’s easy to assume that pests such as ticks and mosquitoes have no ultimate purpose in the grand scheme of things, but these incredible insects have a huge part to play in keeping our world clean and neat. ...
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11/29/2019
There is really only one reason termites get into Houston homes. It is because a home has wood in it and termites consume wood for the cellulose that is inside. Cellulose is a carbohydrate, like sugar. So, to a subterranean termite, you're living in a giant gingerbread house. But there are some specific reasons that can cause subterranean termites to choose your Houston home over your neighbor'...
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10/17/2019
Termites are every homeowner’s worst nightmare. Destroyed flooring and ruined furniture are some mild damages but toppled walls, and weakened house structures are not uncommon. In 2018 alone, over $5 billion was spent in the aftermath of termite infestations by US homeowners....
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9/26/2019
When we talk about termites in the Greater Houston area, we're usually referring to subterranean termites because when it comes to destroying homes and businesses, this type of termite is head and shoulders above the rest. Subterranean termites cost U.S. property owners billions of dollars each year, while the combined damage of every other type of termite is only in the hundreds of millions. W...
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6/28/2019
All termites are not created equal. The amount of damage subterranean termite do each year in the U.S. is in the billions. All other damage caused by every other kind of termites is in the hundreds of millions. And in this subterranean classification, there are some species that are distinctly worse than others. The Formosan subterranean termite is said to be more voracious, aggressive, and dev...
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5/7/2019
The time you’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived! It’s termite season! What’s that? You haven’t been waiting for termite season? I think we can all agree that no one looks forward to termite season....
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3/21/2019
Of all the pests that bother Houston residents, there may be none more damaging than those you don’t even know are there. Termites cause billions of dollars in damage to homes in the United States every year. Part of the reason they get away with it is because they are so difficult to detect....
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2/19/2019
Every year, like clockwork, termite colonies begin sending out swarmers. This marks the beginning of termite season, the wonderful time of year when termites invade Houston homes and businesses. It starts around late February and can last throughout May....
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1/25/2019
We’ve all heard the saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” If you’ve ever had first-hand experience with the saying, you know it’s true. The same is true when it comes to termites. Taking the time and effort to prevent them from entering your Houston home will save you time and money....
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