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How much does a termite treatment cost

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:27:18 +0000

So, you’ve discovered a termite problem at your house and want to know what’s the next step. Questions start racing in your mind like, can I treat this myself, are termite treatments safe, and how much does a termite treatment cost? In this article we will discuss the answers to these termite questions and much […]

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Exploring Effective Termite Treatments

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 17:27:59 +0000

In Pennsylvania, the only species of termite we have are subterranean termites. Treating for subterranean termites requires special equipment and experience to eliminate the problem. There are many ways to treat for termites and in this article, we will be exploring effective termite treatments for your home. What are termites? Termites are wood destroying insects […]

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Termites Myths vs Facts

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:16:12 +0000

Performing termite treatments for many years, we have heard many misconceptions from homeowners about termites. Termites are wood destroying insects that can silently eat and destroy your home out from under you. In Pennsylvania, we only have subterranean termites so that is what we will focus on. Many of these facts are universal to termites […]

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Why DIY Termite Control might not be enough

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:53 +0000

Homeowners often attempt do-it-yourself or DIY treatments for pest problems at their house. Are termites something that a homeowner should tackle on their own? Sure, homeowners can set a mouse trap, or use a fly swatter, but termites are another story. Your home can be your largest investment and protecting and treating it against termites […]

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Early signs of a termite problem

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:04:14 +0000

Subterranean termites can literally eat you out of house and home. Finding termite activity early can prevent massive damage to your home. Termites work slowly and quietly, without the homeowner realizing what is happening. In this article we will discuss the early signs of a termite problem and what to do if you discover one. […]

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12 Proven ways to prevent termites

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 19:18:07 +0000

Here are 12 proven ways to prevent termites in and around your home. The termites that we have in Pennsylvania are subterranean termites, which means they live under the ground. These termites require wood and moisture to live and thrive. By reducing water and moisture near your foundation and removing wood sources, you can lessen […]

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Termites in Pennsylvania

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 21:07:21 +0000

Termites in Pennsylvania damage can cause thousands of dollars in damage to a home. These wood destroying insects can go un-noticed for years but when discovered, the damage can be extensive. Termites, unlike carpenter ants or carpenter bees, have a bacteria in their gut that allows them to actually digest wood and cellulose fibers. This […]

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Termite Bora Care Treatment Reading PA

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 18:39:14 +0000

Inactive termite damage was discovered when a contractor was gutting a basement. The home had been previously treated years ago and when the contractors were removing the old walls and ceiling in the basement, they discovered termite damage. The termite damage was on some of the floor joists above and on a wooden panel. Before […]

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Are flying ants actually termites?!

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 20:12:41 +0000

Seeing ants with wings can mean one of two things are happening. You either have an ant problem, or a TERMITE problem. So the question is “are flying ants actually termites?!” Ants and termites are similar in their colony habits and culture. Both termites and ants create winged reproductives, called alates or swarmers. Their job […]

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How to prevent termites

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 04:29:18 +0000

There are a few ways to prevent termites from destroying your home. This guide is for subterranean termites that we find our area of South Eastern Pennsylvania. Not every case of termites is avoidable but there are always preventative measures that can be taken. In this article we will discuss ways to make your home […]

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