If you spot a pile of sawdust looking material near your wooden structure, this can be a sign of a termite infestation. As they tunnel into wood they push their excrement and other matter out of the tunnel and this creates a little tell tale pile.
We haven't seen a bedbug race, but the experts have clocked the speed at which a motivated bedbug can travel. Care to guess how much ground this pest can cover in 60 seconds? That would be around 48 inches.
Conehead termites are named for their unique appearance, which is most easily noted by the dark-colored, cone-shaped heads of the termite soldiers. Drywood coneheads are an invasive termite species that is unrelenting in their appetite for any and all forms of wood and cellulose, including wooden furniture, fence-posts, and even paper.
Have you been hesitant to contact a pest control company about the possibility of termites in your home because of the potential cost involved? Remember, delaying on this type of issue could create a more serious – and costly – problem.
One of the best ways to prevent insect infestation is to use natural flora strategically around your home. Flowers such as chrysanthemums and lavender help to eliminate the incidence of standing water around your home and simultaneously repel insects.
There are many different pests that have the potential to make you and your family members sick. This includes everything from rats and certain mice, to mosquitoes, cockroaches, and flies.