I imagine many homeowners will take advantage of the 70 degree weather this weekend to catch up on some yard work. For all those weekend gardeners I’d like to mention several things to keep in mind for minimizing a pest problem in the coming months. Mulch levels in excess of 2 inches provide a perfect […]
As the temperatures finally begin to drop many homeowners’ thoughts turn to landscaping. Whether we don the gloves and dive in or grab a pencil and start the planning stage, one very important factor to consider are the materials to be used for borders or retaining walls. One popular material, the railroad tie, has been […]
and there is nothing you can do to stop them....or is there. For those of us who live in the South, termites are an issue that must always be present in our minds. With the recent addition of some warmer days, termites will inevitably begin to get active again. In fact, we have already heard […]
Yes, as a matter of fact, unfortunately Ma'am, those are termites...not flying ants. Hopefully you never have to hear those words, however, as the weather warms up and the rains become more frequent, so do the activity levels of most pests....especially termites. During the winter termites go deep under ground to stay warm and are […]
One of the most common mistakes that people make is confusing flying ants with swarming termites. Unfortunately, the similarities between the two make it easy for that to happen. Here are just a few things you can look for in the event you encounter either one. First, swarming termites have two sets of wings […]
One of the most common questions that we get is, "What can I do to help prevent termites from infesting my house?" First, make sure to minimize the amount of old wood and lumber around your home or underneath porches and decks. Keep mulch and pine straw in your flowerbeds from building up and […]
