What’s Wrong with Orange Oil I was scrolling through Nextdoor recently and saw someone asking for termite control recommendations. A few people suggested orange oil, and it made me realize—many people think orange oil is the only alternative to tenting. Some even believe it’s synonymous with local treatment. Let’s clear that up. Orange oil is […]
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Bigger Is Not Always Better: The Truth About Large Termite Control Companies Many homeowners instinctively trust large, well-known pest control companies. They assume big names come with better guarantees, better service, and better results. But bigger isn’t always better—especially in the termite and pest control industry. When Pest Control Becomes Sales Over time, large companies
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Termite Treatment Obstacles When it comes to termite control, not every home is a textbook case. Here are some of the common obstacles we run into with different treatment methods: Fumigation Challenges Fragile Roofs: Fumigators need to walk on your roof to set up tarps for tenting. Certain materials—double-stacked clay tiles, lightweight aluminum tiles, some
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5 More Termite Company Red Flags In Part 1, we discussed everything from rushed inspections to inspectors showing up in cars not trucks. Here are five more red flags to watch out for when getting multiple termite inspections: Branded Treatments When a company sells a service like “Killfoam” or “Truguard,” it’s usually just a marketing
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The Lifecycle of a Termite Colony A termite colony begins with a swarm—typically 20 to 100 flying termites called alates, the winged reproductives that include future kings and queens. These termites leave their original colony to start a new one. Subterranean termites usually swarm in spring, typically the day after rainfall. Drywood termites, on the
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What to Expect During a Termite Inspection First, a quick disclaimer: I can only speak to what you can expect from a California Termite inspection. Not every company operates the way we do—and frankly, we think that’s a good thing. Call Before Going: We always call or text when we’re on our way. It might
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California Termite Exhibits at the Carlsbad Village Street Faire Over 100,000 people attended the Carlsbad Village Street Faire (don’t forget the e) on a cold and rainy day. With “May the Fourth be with you” as the unofficial theme, many attendees wore Star Wars-themed attire to celebrate the day. The Faire spanned the entire Carlsbad
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Termidor vs. Orange Oil When it comes to spot or localized termite treatments, two of the most common options are Termidor and orange oil. How do they compare? Orange Oil: Orange oil’s active ingredient is d-Limonene, a byproduct of orange juice processing, extracted from orange peels. According to Jeff Chang from Florida Chemical, a major
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4 Questionable Termite Treatments Most people dread the thought of tenting their home for termite fumigation. You need to leave your home for at least two nights, bag all your food and let strangers in your home. It’s not cheap, and once it’s done, your home looks the same as before. Understandably, many homeowners seek
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Alternative Full Structure Treatments for Drywood Termites Few people want to tent their home. It’s a huge hassle: you have to move out for at least two nights, double bag all your food, let strangers into your house, and deal with the stigma of having a tent over your home. Then there’s the concern of
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