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Enemy #1 During Rainy Season – Roof Leaks

The number one enemy of your structure during the rainy season is roof leaks. If not repaired on time it can cause extensive damage, rot and other moisture issues. You have to think about your roof as one of the most important parts of your structure, as it is the outer layer that is the […]

10 Most Common Problems found during a Termite Inspection

Living in San Diego has many advantages, like having the ability to travel from the ocean to the desert, to the mountains and back home in one single day. Unfortunately, because the California weather is so good, not only do we like it but also the termites and other wood destroying organisms. For this reason, […]

California Aeration Plan

For over 20 years in California fumigators have used the Tarpaulin Removal Aeration Plan (TRAP) to initiate the aeration process. In the first years of this plan it was designed to meet a 5 part per million (ppm) clearance standard. However, after 2006 it was changed to a stricter standard of 1 part per million. […]

Subterranean Termite Prevention

In San Diego County one of the more devastating wood destroying organisms are the Subterranean Termites. For this reason, it is highly recommended that preventive measure is taken on your property to protect it from any wood destroying organism infestation. The most important step is to know and be educated on what a subterranean termite […]

10 Things to Do While Your House Is Being Fumigated for Termites

Having your house fumigated does not have to be a burden on you or your family. You can make this a unique experience that no one will forget. The only thing you will all forget is about what is going on back home. There are plenty of options available on where to head out for […]

Termites on your Boat or Yacht? Top 5 Places Where to Find Them

Most boat or yacht owners have a special connection with their vessel. Many live on them or spend endless hours out in the sea. They know every corner of their marine vessel, from bow to stem. They take care of every problem or dilemma as soon as it is found. If you own one, then […]

Benefits of Orange Oil Termite Treatments

Over one billion pounds of pesticides are used yearly on average in the Unites States. That is a very large number which we have to understand that it is damaging the environment, and the general health of the population. In an effort to minimize the amount of synthetic or man-made pesticide that it is currently […]

Repellent vs Non-Repellent Pesticides

There is a great variety of pesticides that are available to control the different pest problems that might exist. When it comes to pesticides they are mainly divided into two main types which are repellent and non-repellent chemicals. There are both benefits and disadvantages to both categories, and they will both work great if used […]

Why is it important for a property to be protected by a pest control service plan?

This is a question that like you, many homeowners ask themselves. Unless there is a pest problem already occurring many do not see the great benefits that this bring to them and their family in the beginning, many believe doing it themselves it’s a better solution than to hire a pest control professional. But remember […]

Termites: What Every Property Owner Should Be Looking For

Termite and pest inspections is one of the most important tasks that should be in your normal maintenance calendar. But every how often should you have one completed or when should you be looking out for termites? Well at least every 18 – 24 months by a professional, but that does not mean that you should do […]