There are three conditions that attract termites to an area: Water is the first condition that attracts termites to an area. Termites generally cannot survive without a source of water present. Termites will always seek some source of moisture to survive whether it is in the form of a leaky faucet, sprinkler or rain. Wood [...]
Mouse Traps Two types of mouse traps have dominated the market for years – the traditional spring snap trap and the glue board. The spring snap is generally considered to be more humane because death is instantaneous. The glue board, on the other hand, will hold the mouse to its sticky surface and keep it [...]
Las Vegas is the most populous city, in the U.S State of Nevada; and the self proclaimed “Entertainment Capital of the World”. This bustling city was developed in an arid basin, surrounded by dry mountains; and a rocky and dusty landscape. Nevertheless, within the city of Las Vegas you will discover lush lawns, trees, palatial greenery; and a haven for [...]
“HELP! I have ants and bees and worms…all over my garden! What do I do?” Sometimes beginning gardeners are concerned that they may have a problem with the creatures they encounter while playing in the dirt. So first, let’s determine if you really do have a problem or…are those ants or bees or worms actually [...]
Recently a high school student sent me an AllExperts question which boiled down to: Which computer career pays the most money and has the most job security? I was floored. Job security? Does this 16 year old kid write term papers on a typewriter? Call her friends on an AT&T Princess telephone? Twirl a hula [...]
No one wants a termite infestation to hit their home, but if you are not careful you might actually be attracting the pests. If you have a crawl space to allow for access to your home’s foundation, you could have an environment that’s ideal for termite colonies to live in and thrive. Luckily, this is [...]
Termites are easily confused with winged ants; therefore, it is important to learn how to distinguish between the two. Termites are know to have several different types that look quite differently. The worker termite is pale in appearance and looks a bit like a large albino ant. Soldier termites have wings that are twice the [...]
The integrated pest management (IPM) approach concentrates on the exterior of a location first, inspecting, monitoring and excluding specific places. In the event of an interior situation, treatment is done using a low-impact procedure. The most common misconception with regard to pest control is that these procedures are harmful to the environment. Not all pesticides [...]
Have you ever wondered if what you know about Pest control in the garden is accurate? Consider the following paragraphs and compare what you know to the latest info on Pest control in the garden. One of the many advantages of growing perennials is the ability of these beautiful flowers to return to full bloom [...]
There are numerous companies that deal with pest control in Atlanta. The climate, ecology and building materials used are advantageous for termites and other creatures. However, Atlanta pest control companies are more than capable of dealing with this problem thanks to the advanced technology they use. Infrared technology is one of the most advanced ways [...]
