Ants are social insects. Therefore, spotting one ant unfortunately signifies there are many more to follow. Ants are not simply unsightly- they can also be dangerous contaminates to food. Considering that you likely eat multiple meals a day in your home, the presence of ants and the potential for food contamination from their presence is an issue that must be addressed when considering your health and the health of your family. If you have an ant infestation, be sure to take action to treat the problem and contact one of our licensed pest control professionals to aid you in ridding your home or business of these unwelcome guests and to prevent future infestations!
(Information adapted from http://www.pestworld.org/pest-health-threats/specific-pest-health-threats)
Termites by their nature are hard to find. Thriving in hard to reach inaccessable areas, they eat your home from the inside out. Although there may be only a few indications of termite activity, take a closer look at these warning signs:
1. Watch for the “swarm” of winged termites during the day or evening and often after rainfall when temperatures rise in the Spring.
2. Check in or around windows and doorframes for termite evidence (wings, etc.)
3. Look for “mud tunnels” in or around the foundation, under windows and on walls.
4. Watch for pin-sized holes in the wall and woodwork where termites exited during the swarm.
5. Tap baseboards and floors to see if they sound hollow — a possible sign of termite infestation.
6. Examine window sills and walls for dead termites or termite wings.
7. Blistering on sheetrock.
8. Uncover a hidden threat to your home or business with our professional exterminator’s very thorough inspection!