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7/31/2018 9 Comments Tips to Avoid Termite Infestation Termites, causes one of the most destructive pests infestation there is. It really is hard when you have a termite infestation in your home, because most of the time, especially when the infestation has just started, they damage your home silently. Most of the time we don’t see them especially the ones inside your walls or roofs. We are most likely to discover a termite infestation when they have greatly damaged a structure in your home, and by that, it means they already have been infesting your home for a long time. Termites eat more than just wood, they like to eat anything made of plants or trees, especially rotten ones, some also were discovered eating plastics.
Termites eat not as quick as you think, a large colony could consume 1 pound of wood a day, it may seem small but what if you’ve got a very large colony in your home? It may have consumed more than just a pound. An average termite colony consists of 60,000 to 1,000,000 termites. That’s a lot for one colony, but what if you’ve got a huge colony now? Additionally, given the fact that they don’t sleep, and they work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, most of their work is eating. Which really is a bad thing. Given all these facts, these tiny insects are really one of the most destructive and dangerous pest infestations to have. That’s why you have to make sure your home is free of termites. Below are tips to avoid termite infestation. Get rid of moisture in your home Termites love moist areas, avoid moisture in your home, especially in the outdoors, termites live underground outdoors, so when you have moisture outside your home, that will attract termites that would eventually lead them to start an infestation in your home. So how do you get rid of moistures, make sure you don’t have leaking pipes, check your plumbing system. Make sure your roof drainage has no leaks too and disposes stormwater correctly. Check your home of damages Check your home if you have damages like holes, cracks, or any kind of openings. Check the walls, windows, and roofs. These openings are gateways for termites to enter your home. If you were able to locate an opening, have it repaired immediately. Hire a pest control Hiring a pest control is not just hiring them to exterminate a current infestation, you can hire them to inspect your house if you already have a termite infestation, you could also hire them to apply pest protection in your home. Hire a pest control from time to time, to inspect your home do it frequently, but regarding the types of furniture inside your home, you can do it by yourself. Another advice is, when your home is still under construction, hire a pest control to apply termite proofing in your house. Get rid of woods around your home Get rid of woods or papers around your home especially outdoors, I’m not talking about furniture or items, get rid of woods you don’t use, and garbages like papers, they would most likely consume them and eventually, it would lead them to your house.
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 Bugs’ are naturally from the outside. Insects nesting in your home can be a huge problem. We, humans, need food, water and shelter to survive, so does the insects. When it comes to finding shelter, insects may consider the inside of your home to find shelter especially during the winter or rainy seasons. But, bugs do not belong inside our homes. One reason is they are quite unsanitary and they may carry contagious diseases. One way to prevent them from staying or sheltering in your home is to look for where they are nesting and immediately get rid of it. Here are other ways to insect-proof your home:
1. Secure any passage. This is one major step in keeping bugs away for it prevents them from entering your home. Windows, vents, and chimneys are just some of the spots bugs can pass through. Make sure to repair any crack or gap in the wall or window screens. Also, seal your doors. Examine your doors carefully and you'll most likely see numbers of gaps, which makes a passage for the bugs. Install a door closer to keep your door closed especially if you have left it open or your kid forgot to close the door properly. 2. Cover large openings. To fill larger openings, use hardware cloth. This material comes in rolls that can be stapled over holes to keep out pests. It also keeps squirrels and raccoons from getting in your chimneys or vents And they are also the source of fleas, ticks, and other insects. Make sure your vents’ dampers are operating properly. 3. Keep your eyes peeled. Once you sight any insect or any sign of insect nests, immediately take action. Check outside to see where the bugs usually hang out. Try to keep branches and shrubs away from your walls by having them trimmed or well groomed so bugs won't have any passage into your home. 4. Store your trash properly. We usually throw our rotten food in our trash bins without thinking that its scent could attract insects, mainly roaches, and ants. Proper storage of your trash is one way of preventing bugs from feasting on your trash cans. Trash cans should be emptied every night and must have a lid to keep it closed. 5. Clean your home regularly. Bugs do love a messy place. Keeping your home clean is one of the best ways to keep those insects away. Keep your trash cans sealed and vacuum regularly or always sweep the floor to get rid of any crumbs. 6. Keep your food sealed. After hosting or throwing a party at home, you may still have a lot of leftover foods. It’s best that you keep them properly sealed and inside the fridge. We do love to keep fruits on our tables, one is because they do make a nice table centerpiece, but it doesn't mean bugs won't feast on the fruits. 7. Consider natural predators. Bats are one of the natural predators. They feed on insects especially the small annoying ones. And since they are only awake during the night, you won't even notice them. Same goes for the birds. They also feed on bugs. Provide trees and bushes where these predators can establish nests. Add a fresh water supply, and change it often. 8. Look out for any water leaks. It’s best that you keep your home dry. Mosquitoes would lay their eggs on any wet areas and it could start an infestation. Pipes under your sink or in the bathroom can be leaky. 9. Install Screens There are a variety of screens to choose from. Make sure to get the ones that won't easily have holes. Having screens on your window will help you enjoy the feeling of fresh air without the annoyance of insects. Do make sure to install it properly so you won't create any passage for the insects and do regularly check your screens for any holes. 10. Get ants out naturally Use vinegar. Ants hate vinegar and you should consider using it for the meantime just to get rid of them. Ants will also shy away from black pepper, red chili powder, and mint. 11. Keep your home’s foundations clear. Your home's foundations are also one of the most common entry spots for bugs. Keep them clear to reduce any infestation. Termites, ants, fleas, and spiders are particularly good at breeding and thriving in wet areas, so make sure to keep you foundations dry at all cost. Check for gaps along the foundation and siding joints as well. 12. Maintain your yard. Your yard is home to tons of different kinds of insects, and you should always keep it maintained. Mosquitoes breed in water. To reduce the mosquito population, do eliminate your pool’s water in your yard and keep your pool’s water chlorinated and filtered. It's also important to regularly maintain your gutters and drains.  Una de nuestras inversiones más valiosas es nuestro hogar, y debemos hacer todo lo posible para protegerlo. Pueden dañarse a lo largo de las estaciones, a partir de desastres naturales, incendios inesperados o destruirse lentamente por plagas sin que lo sepamos de inmediato. ¿Sabía que las termitas se consideran la principal amenaza para las estructuras basadas en madera? Obtenga más información sobre estas plagas destructivas y problemáticas para que sepa cómo tratar con ellas: Estas plagas engañosas pueden invadir sus hogares sin que usted lo sepa de inmediato. Pueden pasar por su ciclo diario sin ningún ruido ni señales, a menos que realmente mire. ¿Dónde se esconden las termitas? Sala de estar: esta es considerada una mina de oro para las termitas. Pueden vivir en los pisos de madera hasta los muebles y el zócalo. Cocina: las termitas pueden atravesar las ventanas abiertas o las tuberías con fugas. Garaje: esto dependerá de los artículos que almacene en su garaje. Es mejor utilizar el almacenamiento de metal y mantenerlos alejados de las paredes. lmacenamiento de cartón: tendemos a usar cartón como cajas de almacenamiento. Y este artículo se ve como un buffet para las termitas. Señales de infestación de termitas:
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Si ve alguno de los signos mencionados anteriormente, llame de inmediato a un exterminador profesional de termitas, que puede determinar fácilmente dónde se encuentran y exterminarlos. Dejarlos infestando su hogar durante un período más prolongado puede aumentar drásticamente su costo por sus daños.  There may come a time that your home may be infested with parasites and you are currently out of budget so you then search the internet for DIY pest control methods. Doing that is really not a good idea. If a serious infestation has occurred on your property, it's best that you contact a professional. There are a number of reasons why DIY pest control treatments won't work and here are some: 1. The internet is full of scamYou might stumble upon a site where they sell this certain product that could help get rid of the pest and the site has caught your interest, BUT! are you even sure that it will work? The average homeowner doesn't have the training or expertise to tell the difference between marketing hype and fact when buying pesticides. Spending money on a professional pest control company is smarter 2. Underestimating the problemYou may be taking care of the bugs that you see, but how about those that are hiding? You should consider how serious the infestation may be. If rats are the problem, they wouldn't be nesting in just one place. Termites might have already eaten the inner half of your shelf without you knowing it because you don't see it. Pest control professionals know what to do and they would focus more on the hidden parts of your home and they also use sensors and infrared detectors to determine the full extent of the problem 3. Pesticides can be dangerousWe tend to use products without consulting the experts first. Avoid doing that. One potential hazard of using pesticides you're not familiar with is chemical burns. If you're not careful, pesticides can cause serious damage because they are meant to kill pests. Having an expert who is professionally trained do the job will save you from any danger 4. Doing the procedure without thinking it throughIf you are dealing with a venomous insect, it's best that you have an expert deal with it for you may be allergic to it and can be dangerous. Another commonly bandied-about remedy for bed bugs involves using a space heater or a torch to get rid of the pests. Unfortunately, these things are also a common cause of house fires. Spraying a group of insects isn't really the best idea for it will cause the insects to scatter and it will make it more difficult to get rid of them 5. Using products incorrectlyYou should be cautious about the product that you are using for some pesticides can do a lot of damage to your yard, pets, and even family or friends if they are misused. Most sprays can damage paint and other surface materials. Randomly spraying without knowing the pesticides you're using can create serious respiratory issues is extremely dangerous. Some pesticides can be really poisonous while others can cause serious neurological damage. Avoid the possibility of ruining your garden or making your pet or family sick by finding a professional who knows how to use pesticides in a safe and effective manner. If you want an efficient and effective solution for your pest problems, there's only one thing to do, hire a trained-professional exterminator. If you're from Jersey City, New Jersey - give us a CALL and our friendly staff will answer all your inquiries. Only trust the extensively experienced pest exterminators!
7/6/2018 0 Comments 7 Datos sobre las pulgas Aunque con su pequeño tamaño, las pulgas pueden ser tan problemáticas. ¡Pueden causarle irritación a usted y a sus mascotas, enfermedades y más! Echa un vistazo a estos datos interesantes e informativos que hemos enumerado para que conozcas más sobre estos errores picantes 1. Son saltadores expertos ¡Esta es la razón por la que avergüenzan a los atletas olímpicos! ¿Por qué? ¡Porque pueden saltar 150 veces su longitud corporal! También se mide que allí el salto se aceleró 20 veces más rápido que un transbordador espacial. Pero esta es una habilidad esencial para que puedan vivir y reproducirse. Saltar sobre su presa es cómo se alimentan. 2. Han estado presentes durante al menos 165 millones de añosImagina las pulgas gigantes? Eeky ¿verdad? Se ha encontrado que están presentes durante la Era Mesozoica que es conocida como el Período Jurásico. Y lo adivinaste bien! Su presa probablemente sea dinosaurios. Había 2 especies de pulgas en aquel entonces, ¡y la más grande de las dos tenía 0.8 pulgadas de largo! Además, tiene piezas bucales especiales que le permiten perforar la piel de un dino. Aunque no tenían la capacidad de saltar. 3. Las pulgas pueden durar mucho tiempo sin comer Hay investigadores que demuestran que una pulga puede permanecer en su capullo hasta por un año. Tienen la capacidad de no comer de 1 a 2 semanas. Pero una vez que pasen hambre, seguramente te vigilarán. 4. Pueden hacer un animal MUY ENFERMO Las pulgas son conocidas por ser parásitos eficientes y efectivos. Una infestación de pulgas puede consumir mucha sangre de su anfitrión causando anemia. Las razas de animales más pequeñas, los cachorros y los gatitos son propensos a esto. Las mascotas también pueden desarrollar alergias a partir de su saliva. Una vez que la alergia empeora, no debe ignorarlo, ya que necesita un cuidado veterinario inmediato. 5. Las hembras Las pulgas ponen MUCHOS huevos Una infestación de pulgas puede crecer rápidamente sin que usted se dé cuenta inmediatamente. Una pulga hembra puede poner hasta 20 huevos por día. ¡Solo imagina si hay un número de pulgas hembras viviendo en tu casa! En su corta vida útil, puede producir hasta 2,000 huevos. ¡Oh chico! 6. No son insectos Puede confundirlos por ser un insecto.Pero, no lo son. Son arácnidos que los hace estrechamente relacionados con arañas y escorpiones. 7. Ellos son flacos Esta es una razón por la cual se mueven fácilmente entre la piel o las plumas de su huésped, a diferencia de los insectos que pueden enredarse fácilmente. Ellos son delgados liso y plano, lo que les permite moverse rápidamente.
Hechos interesantes, ¿verdad? A pesar de ser pequeños, pueden representar una amenaza para la salud tanto del hogar como de las mascotas. Pero esto no significa que deben encerrarse en la casa y vivir con miedo para evitarlos. También es deber del propietario asegurar la seguridad del hogar contra estos insectores. Lo bueno es que puedes pedir ayuda a los exterminadores profesionales de pulgas que seguramente pueden ayudarte a deshacerte de ellos y evitarlos.  A friend of yours might have shared an interesting information about pests or pest control and it would be best that you look it up first before totally believing it to save you from troubles in the future. Here are some common pest control myths: 1. Clean homes are pest free Clean homes can also offer places for pests to hide. This myth, unfortunately, can cause a lot of homeowners to drop their guard and become unaware of any possible pests infestation. Bed bugs are attracted to the places where the sources of their food(blood) is available, and it does not matter whether the residence is clean or dirty. 2. A mouse in a house is harmless If you see a mouse, it means there is a number of them already living in your home. 25% of the house fires are caused by mice. 3. Daddy long legs is the most poisonous spiderThere are 2 types of daddy long legs spider and one is not even a true spider. It does look creepy, but it is harmless. The other one is a true spider that bites but it is not lethal to humans 4. Mice love cheeseActually, Mice would rather eat food with a high level of sugar in it. Rather than cheese, bits of cereal, cookies, sugar cubes or peanut butter would be more enticing to mice 5. Cats control miceCats only catch and eat mice when they are hungry, but if a cat is full, it will just chase it because it wants to play with the mouse. Truth is, domesticated cats aren't always interested in being your pest control technician. While they may chase mice and catch one occasionally out of a playful spirit, household cats don't always see mice as a threat that they need to eliminate. 6. Rodents constantly chew to keep their teeth sharp. The main reason mice chew on woods and soft metals is to create openings for nesting materials. 7. Pouring boiling water on an ant hill will destroy its colony This will only kill the ants on the surface of the hill but ants have extensive tunnels so by the time it reaches the queen or the other ants in the tunnel, the water has already cooled off 8. I don't see a pest control issue, so I don't have one. You may think that your home is clean of any pests because you don't see it but it may be possible that there may be pests living in the inner parts of your home mainly, the walls of your house. Before you know it, your interior spaces like your walls and the structure of your house have already quite a damage even before pest issue signs are obvious - this is mainly caused by termites and carpenter ants 9. I can take care of the pests myself You may be saving yourself some money but having an expert or well-trained pest control professional will save you from any danger and any stress that may occur.
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