If you think attentive dads are pretty adorable, you may like this factoid about termites: Male "king" termites live longer than the general male population and help rear their young by feeding them predigested food.
Although it can be a hassle to vacate your home while it’s being treated for a termite infestation, it’s important to remember the alternative. Once termites destroy your home’s structural integrity, the time you’ll be out of the house will be even longer.
Although there are people who tout the benefits of DIY termite treatment products, this is your home we’re talking about. When your most substantial investment is on the line, it’s best to leave it to the professionals.
Since discovering termites early is the best way to limit their damage, it’s important to know the warning signs. These include finding mud tubes along your foundation, leading from the ground to the wood.
Comedian Jay London once effectively summed up why over-the-counter roach bombs can be so ineffective with this quote: “I’m convinced my cockroaches have military training, I set off a roach bomb – they diffused it.”
Your home is the largest investment many people will make in their lifetimes. In order to safeguard your investment – and your belongings – treating against termites is critical.