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Information Regarding Pest Control In Southern California:

Call today for a free estimate 1 (888) 881-1191 - (909) 597-6953 or click here Inspection Request and send an email.

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Choosing the Right Company.

Ask friends or co-workers for recommendations. If possible view the work that has been completed. Make sure the company is licensed and in good standings by calling the Structural Pest Control Board (800) 737-8188. Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Second Opinions.

It is usually a good idea to get a second opinion. Here are some good signs that a second opinion may be needed. If the inspection report is not clear about what will be completed. For example "we recommend that the wood be repaired, replaced or reinforced." If the inspector seems to be in a hurry to leave. If the inspector does not offer to inspect the entire house. If you are pressured into making a decision. Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pricing.

Although price is a important factor in choosing a company, remember termite companies expenses for labor and materials are about the same. If you receive a estimate that seems to good to be true, it probably is. Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Signs of Possible Infestation.

Sawdust like droppings, dirt of mudlike tubes on structure, damaged wood members, swarming winged insects within the structure, especially in the spring and fall. Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drywood Termites.

Termites that establish colonies in wood, feed on the wood and produce fecal pellets. Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Subterranean Termites.

Termites that live in underground colonies and enter structural through mud tubes. Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fumigations.

There are currently two methods for total or whole-house eradication of drywood termites. Fumigation and Heat. All other methods are considered local or spot treatments. Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Local Treatments.

Include the use of pesticides, electric current, extreme cold, localized heat, microwave energy of any combination of these methods. Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fungus or Dryrot.

Moisture induced infection in wood which causes rot and reduces the strength of wood. Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 1 Items.

Visible evidence of infection (termites, wood-boring beetles, carpenter ants, etc.) or infection (fungus). Back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 2 Items.

Conditions present that are deemed likely to lead to an infestation or infection (moisture conditions, faulty grade, etc.) Back

 

 

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