Posts Tagged ‘rodents’

How to Figure Out If You Have Termites

Monday, June 7th, 2010

Many homeowners have a terrible secret within their home–an expensive secret, which they do not even know about. Living deep within the wooden surfaces of thousands of homes, termites, living unnoticed, could be causing thousands of dollars of damage. There is nothing you can do; from Detroit to Denver, every home is at risk for a termite infestation. Check out these tips that can help you catch a termite infestation before it becomes a problem.

For starters, a little groundwork is necessary. Some owners miss the termites which are right in front of them! Many folks see these “white ants” as being just that–an albino ant. I’ve encountered many homeowners who were left scratching their heads and buying ant traps, while termites dug into their walls!

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April is National Pest Management Month

Monday, April 5th, 2010

The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) celebrates April as National Pest Management Month, an observance that has been recognized by the President of the United States for nearly 30 years. National Pest Management Month celebrates the pest management industry’s societal contribution in its protection of food, health and property from the threats posed by pests.   “During National Pest Management Month, the NPMA encourages homeowners to learn more about pest management and to take steps to prevent infestations before they occur,” says Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for the NPMA.

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