Category: Wood Destroying Insects
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Three Factoids About Subterranean Termites
Subterranean termites damage 1 out of 5 homes in New Jersey every year, so it’s worth learning about these annoying, destructive pests. By the time they have started chewing up your home’s lumber, termites have usually established quite a colony underground — hence the name subterranean. Three facts to know about identifying a subterranean termite…
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How Do NJ Subterranean Termites Communicate
Are you fluent in termite-speak? While most people may not appreciate their industriousness, the precise organization and complex work of termite colonies requires effective communication. Termites interact using unique forms of communication that may provide a key to more effective pest control. Chemical secretions form the primary “language” of termites. The colony’s queen lets the workers know…
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Carpenter Bees Start Buzzing in April in New Jersey
Spring’s warm weather and blooming flowers bring all kinds of insects out of the woodwork. When it comes to carpenter bees, this isn’t just a figure of speech. These bees make their nests in trees and the wooden frames of houses. Signs of Carpenter Bee Infestations The easiest way to tell if you might have…
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New Jersey Termite Facts – What You May Not Have Known
The subject of termites comes up anytime someone buys or sells a home. It is important for any home buyer to obtain an inspection by a professional pest control expert with a detailed report. Unfortunately, many people do not think about termites much more after that inspection, allowing the wood eaters to cause costly damage…
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Three Things You May Not Have Known About NJ Carpenter Bees
After a harsh winter, spring is here. With warmer temperatures and sunshine come blossoming trees, blooming flowers, and pests of all kinds coming out of hibernation. One that you might see this spring is the carpenter bee. While there are many things you can learn about this bee, there are three things you may not have known about carpenter…
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Termites! What Are the Warning Signs They’ve Moved In to Your NJ Home?
Termites. Just one word can make any homeowner shudder with fear and anxiety over the thought that they might be invading his home. After a season of lying low, the warm weather always coaxes termites out of hiding, and you’ll have a better chance of getting rid of them if you know the signs to…