The most common termite, the subterranean, builds its nest in the ground. These termites may construct mud tubes which are used to explore for food and connect their underground nest to that food source. They can enter a building without direct wood contact with the soil through such tubes.
Termites can enter buildings through cracks, expansion joints, hollow bricks, concrete blocks, or around plumbing. They can find their way into a structure through an opening as small as 1/32 of an inch.
Any building, whether constructed with a slab, basement or crawl space foundation, can be a target for termite infestation. |
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Pests live and thrive in many different types of environments and regions. Some pests can pose year round threats and problems. Others may be specific to the season. If you travel, they may have hitched a ride into your home via your belongings. The best defense against any kind of pest is to minimize your risks. For example, when ever and where ever you travel, keep your belongings closed up and off the floor and thoroughly inspect them before you come home.
In and around your home there are many things you can do to prevent future problems as well: Keep gutters free of trapped waste, clean up yard debris, empty standing water, keep garbage and recycling areas clean and dispose of it regularly, repair leaky faucets, seal up cracks and gaps around your foundations, windows, doors, roof and chimney, etc...
Yet in spite of how diligent you are in preventing pests, they can still gain entry into your home. Know your limits.
If you have a problem or only a question about whether or not you have a problem Lady Bug Pest Services can help you.
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Aside from the annoyance of an ichy bite, serious threats of many diseases are very real!
Cockroaches, Rodents, Ticks, Mosquitoes, Stinging Insects, Spiders and Bedbugs can cause a multitude of various health problems ranging from mild to severe allergic reactions, asthma attacks in children, diseases such as Malaria, Encephalitis, Lyme disease, West Nile virus and even death can occur.
If you have any questions about whether you may be at risk please call Lady Bug for a FREE Pest Evaluation at:
908 - Lady - Bug (523 - 9284)
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At Lady Bug, we conduct a thorough inspection - the first and most important step in protecting your property.
Our specialists can locate the specific areas in your structure where a termite attack is likely to occur.
Our specialist will design a treatment plan for your house or property that will control any current infestation.
For subterranean termites, treatment options for existing structures may include soil treatment, bating systems, wood treatment or a combination of these.
In other areas of the country, you may encounter different types of termites such as a dampwood or drywood termite. Homes infested with one of these species may require a different or more extensive treatment procedure. |
Recognizing termites is tricky, since they are often difficult to distinguish from flying ants. Termites swarm in the spring and fall when a group of adult males and females leave their nest to establish a new colony.
Termites have relatively straight, beadlike antennae, while ants have elbowed antennae. Termites have two pair of wings (front and back) that are of almost equal length. Ants also have two pair of wings but the fore wings are much larger than the hind wings. The abdomen of the termite is broadly joined to the thorax while the abdomen and thorax of the ant are joined by a narrow waist.
Termite damage can be located by probing wood (i.e main beams, support beams) with a screwdriver, ice pick, or knife. Start inspection in the basement and use a bright flashlight. Look for telltale |
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