Inside a Crawlspace Crawlspaces are a termite inspector’s least favorite place—damp, dirty, webby, cramped, and full of surprises. I’ve been in a 9,000-square-foot home with a crawlspace just as big, and I’ve been under a mobile home during an earthquake. But if you want a complete inspection, you have to get in there and crawl […]
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Is it Worth is to Re-Screen Your Vents? Some termite companies offer gable vent re-screening as a way to prevent termites from entering the attic. However, gable vents are just one potential entry point. Most attics also have soffit vents along the lower perimeter, which are difficult to access from inside and would look unsightly
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The Importance of Masking Termite Droppings Termites eat wood, so their droppings are made of wood—and they don’t decompose. That’s why it’s important to either clean up or mask termite droppings after a treatment or fumigation. There are two main reasons for this: To avoid mistaking old droppings for new activity. Let’s say a home
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5 Termite Sales Tactics to Watch Out For I’ve said it before—many termite companies are really just sales organizations. Because of their size, they need to chase revenue to cover overhead. That means inspectors are often focused more on closing a deal than doing what’s best for the customer. Here are five of the most
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What Happens Inside a Fumigation Homeowners often ask if the electricity needs to stay on during a termite fumigation. The answer is yes—it does. Fumigators use electric fans to circulate the fumigant throughout the home. Before releasing the gas, they open all interior doors, cupboards, drawers, some windows, and any attic access points. This ensures
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Fumigation Day Fumigating for termites might not be fun, but there are times when it’s easier to go through—like when you’re headed out of town, or, as in this case, when the house is empty and the new roof hasn’t been installed yet. No matter the timing, it’s always a good time to call California
When Smaller is Better Some people feel that working with a big pest control company offers more assurances. Maybe that’s true in some cases, but there are definite advantages to going small. Lower Overhead, Lower PricesBig companies come with big overhead—more employees, more managers, more vehicles, more advertising, and more meetings. All of that adds
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Fumigation Gotchas: What Can Go Wrong (and How to Avoid It) Most people know that fumigating for termites means bagging food and vacating their home for a few days. But fewer people realize that certain overlooked details can lead to delays, added costs, or even cancellation of the fumigation altogether. Here are a few real-life
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Clues Not Always Considered During a Termite Inspection Let’s face it—many termite inspectors are focused on one thing: selling you a treatment. If they see wood damage, they’ll often claim it’s active termites without considering other explanations. They ignore signs that might tell a different story. Maybe they started their careers with good intentions. But
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Termite Local Treatments vs. Fumigation If you have drywood termites, there are basically two ways to treat your home: localized (or spot) treatment and fumigation. Both methods have pros and cons. Here’s how they compare: Fumigation Pluses: Fumigation is the most comprehensive treatment method. When done correctly, it provides 100% effectiveness. Any termites in your
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