Once you complete your list of tasks inside, conduct an audit of your home’s perimeter, taking stock of any
damage done over the winter months. Start on the roof by repairing
fascia and rotted roof shingles, as some insects are drawn to
deteriorating wood. Then, clean out clogged gutters and... more
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Keep Firewood Away | Bug Tip Tuesday
The spring is a great season to snuggle by the outdoor fire pit. Outdoors, firewood should be stored at least 20 feet from the home on a raised structure, such as concrete blocks. These tips should help reduce the possibility of encountering unwanted visitors in your home this season, but if... more
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Pest Control for New Homeowners
Buying a new home is exciting. Everyone sets out to buy new furniture, decor and maybe even a new grill. However, besides home security, most people don't initially think of what annual maintenance will be needed for your new home. Home security is important especially since your most prized... more
Termite Fact
Termites eat 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, meaning damage to wood in and around a structure can happen very quickly. In fact, the NPMA estimates that termites cause $5 billion in property damage each year. The good news is that termites can be controlled by an A1 Exterminators trained pest... more
Celebrate National Pest Management Month with A1 Exterminators
A1 Exterminators is joining the month-long observance to encourage homeowners to prepare for those pesky spring and summer pest invasions by taking the proper precautions to protect their health, food and homes.
“National Pest Management Month falls at the perfect time for homeowners to be... more
Termite Facts & Prevention
TERMITE FACTS
Termites are wood-destroying
insects whose presence dates back to the dinosaurs.
Termites are known as “silent
destroyers” because of their ability to chew through wood, flooring and even
wallpaper undetected.
There are about 2,000 known
species of termites in the... more
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How to Spot Termites in Your Home | Termite Week
Every year, termites cause more than $5 billion in property damage in the United States. Termites are known as “silent destroyers” because of their ability to chew through wood, flooring and even wallpaper undetected for years—damage that isn’t covered by most homeowners’ insurance... more
Is Your Home at Risk for Termites? | Termite Week 2019
You would never be able to hear it, but at this very moment thousands of termites could be eating away through your home - unseen and unknown until it's too late. Termites are known as "silent destroyers" because of their ability to chew through wood, flooring and even wallpaper undetected. As a... more
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Don’t Invite Termites Into Your Home | Termite Week 2019
This year, A1 Exterminators and the National Pest Management Association are working to spread public awareness about termites during Termite Awareness Week, March 10-16, 2019. With spring just around the corner, termites will begin swarming and could seek out your home for their new nesting... more
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Real-Life Example of Termite Damage
Has the thought of protecting your home from termites ever crossed your mind? Given we’re in the heart of termite season, knowing how to spot an infestation is a must! Check out real-life examples of termites damaging... more