For our blog this week, we decided to pass on some information about the dietary habits of one of the most destructive pests in Georgia – the termite. Now, it is no secret that this social insect enjoys a meal most when it consists of dead (preferably rotting) wood. Any homeowner unfortunate enough to experience […]
It can be common this time of year to see termite alates (or swarmers) – but what type of termites are they? Worldwide, there are over 2,000 termite species, but only about 50 of those species are found in the United States. Here in Savannah, Georgia, there are usually only 3 termite varieties found: Eastern […]
The following are tips from Preferred Pest Control, which help you to discourage termite activity in your home. Please note, these measures will not prevent or control infestations. Moisture attracts Eastern Subterranean Termites. Moisture problems should be corrected as follows: Eliminate any standing water and its source. Keep gutters and downspouts clean, in good repair […]
Keep an eye out for those Eastern Subterranean Termites this Spring. It seems as though time is flying by this year. Before we know it, spring will have sprung. I cannot wait for the warmer weather and the beauty that comes with the blooming of everything in the spring. Unfortunately, there are less beautiful things […]
You ask about continuing education, and I say yes. The Georgia Department of Agriculture requires that all technicians attend a set amount of training within the field to keep up to date on safety regulations, rules, regulations, and any recent changes. It is also a vital part of Preferred Pest Control, as a company. At […]
Since swarming season is upon us, it is likely you may spot some swarmers around your home. But are they subterranean termites or ants? Can you tell the difference? From far away, they can look similar to one another, but there are several differences between termite and ant swarmers. First off, termites do not have […]
With springtime upon us and the warmer weather it brings, right now is one of the most likely times of the year that you will see eastern subterranean termite swarmers. These swarmers may be a sign that you may have a termite infestation. Termites cause $5 billion worth of property damage annually. Since your home […]
Every year with the hint of spring, we enter termite season. Why do we call it termite season? Usually in the early spring, the termite cast members known as “swarmers” leave the colony to reproduce. This can happen in early to late spring or sometimes in fall if the conditions are optimal. This is the […]
Buyer Beware! Arm yourself with information. The last thing you do before you pour a concrete slab is install a moisture barrier. This barrier has many positive effects and the same principle can be applied to a home with a crawl space. Controlling moisture in a crawl space is key and a properly installed moisture […]
Remember years ago when a new product hit the hardware store shelves – Great Stuff® foam insulation? Homeowners fell in love with this brand new product to fill the gaps within their homes. It was praised, just like its name, to be the next great homeowner do-it-yourself tool. Just like all things, spray foam insulation […]
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