Termites are some of the most bothersome creatures on the planet, and they are also some of the most misunderstood. While you don’t need to be an expert in termite extermination — you can rely on your pest control company for that — it is important for you to understand the basics about these bugs and how they affect your home.
Some of the things homeowners often believe about termites are just not true and can lead to poor management and extermination choices. To that end, here are three common but mistaken beliefs about termites.
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Insects that invade homes can be divided into two categories: true indoor pests and occasional house pests. Cockroaches, ants, and termites all fall into the first category since they truly prefer to live in homes. Other pests, like earwigs, ladybugs, and silverfish, are referred to as occasional house pests because they usually live outside and only invade homes on occasion — under the right conditions.
Occasional house pests can be tough to get rid of once they move in, but the good news is, there are some great strategies to keep them from coming inside in the first place.
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When you think of spring, you probably envision blooming flowers and the return of warmer weather. But in the pest control industry, spring marks the beginning of peak pest season, when most insects are coming out of their winter hiding spots, mating – and in some cases – finding their way into our homes. Unfortunately, one of the most common springtime pests is also one of biggest threats to our homes and properties – termites.
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