Death, Taxes and Termites I joke that termites are like your kids—you’re never really done with them. Even if you tent your home, chances are you’ll deal with termites again. In fact, it might be more likely. That’s because termite fumigation doesn’t offer any residual protection. Theoretically, termites could re-infest your home the day after […]
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Termite Questions from Customers Here are some of the most common questions I’ve been asked recently: Why do I need to have the gas turned off when I fumigate for termites? There are two key reasons: Pilot lights react with the fumigant. The flame from any gas appliance can cause a chemical reaction with the
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What Not to Do When It Comes to Termites Let’s say you find a pile of termite droppings on your floor. You clean them up, hoping it’s nothing—but they come back the next day. If you’re new to this, you might not be sure what to do. So here’s a list of what not to
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Termite Inspectors are Termite Detectives, Part 2: In Part 1, I talked about how the inspection begins with an interview and the clues found in inspection and fumigation tags and termite droppings. In Part 2, we’ll look at all the other sources that help us crack the case and recommend the best solution for your
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Termite Inspectors are Termite Detectives, Part One: I always thought I would have made an excellent detective. I even applied to the state police—twice. The first time, my future ex-wife told me she’d break up with me if I became a policeman. (In hindsight, I could’ve saved myself a lot of pain and anguish if
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Termite Fumigations: What’s with All the Forms? If you’ve ever tented your home, you probably remember signing more paperwork than expected. Not quite as much as when you bought your home, but still a stack. Some of the forms are required by the California Structural Pest Control Board and your county’s Agricultural, Weights and Measures
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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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Excess Moisture is the Root Cause of Most Termite and Fungus Issues. Moisture is the root cause of most termite and fungus issues. While some sources of moisture are unavoidable—like San Diego’s coastal climate and marine layer—others can and should be controlled to prevent long-term damage. Here are some common causes of excess moisture:Clogged Gutters
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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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