Showing posts with label Termite Inspection Lake of the Ozarks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Termite Inspection Lake of the Ozarks. Show all posts

Monday, December 23, 2019

Got a Termite Problem?

As a homeowner, there are a lot of things that have probably crossed your mind to be concerned about or get preventive maintenance for. Unfortunately, once the home inspection has long passed, termite prevention probably isn’t of the highest priorities. After all, the inspector didn’t find any termites 6 years ago when you bought the place, so surely you’re still in the clear, right?


Picture this Scenario
It’s too cold to do much outside, so you decide to finally tackle that home improvement task you’ve been putting off to paint your bedroom. You’ve picked out the color, acquired all the items necessary to complete the job, all that’s left to do is move your furnishings to one side of the room and get started.

In the midst of moving your dresser, you accidentally knock a hole in the wall – oops! Good thing you’re a hard-knock expert at small wall repairs! Moving along, because you’ll fix the hole after you finish painting the first wall, you begin prepping. As you’re laying the last of the paint tape and plastic down and cracking open that fresh can of beautiful sea foam green color you picked out, something flitters past your face. You don’t think much of it, swatting it away, and dip your roller into the freshly poured paint.

As you take the first swipe with the roller, something else flits across your face and you swat again. This time, whatever it was lands in that freshly rolled paint… a flying ant?! Uhhh… A flash of fear washes over you as your thoughts collect and reality sets in. You slowly turn around to gawk at that hole in the wall. To your dismay – those ‘flying ants’ aren’t actually flying ants at all… but termites awakening from their colony tucked behind the wall you just knocked a hole into!

Oh. My. Goodness! Your first instinct is to set the house on fire, but that seems a bit irrational, doesn’t it? They’re just termites… living inside your walls… eating away at the wood holding your home together. Maybe you’ll just patch that hole up and pretend like it never even happened. But that’s not going to solve the problem is it? That’s just putting a cover over a problem so you can pretend like it’s not there. Obviously ignoring the problem isn’t going to make it go away. So, what do you do?

The answer is simple. You’re going to call a certified termite expert. You’re going to call A B Pest Control & Insulation!

Call A B Pest Control – the Certified Termidor® Experts
A B Pest Control & Insulation is a certified Termidor® expert who can help eliminate your termite infestation. They’ve been hiding out in your home going undetected for so long, and it’s time to fight back with the same tactic. Termites can’t avoid what they can’t detect. Termidor is an advanced undetectable liquid technology. That means termites cannot see, smell, taste, or avoid it. Instead, they contact, ingest and share Termidor, completely unaware that doing so inevitably will kill them.

Termidor eliminates termites in several ways. When termites eat Termidor-treated material, they will die. But Termidor doesn’t stop there. It eliminates termites by contact as well. And since termites can’t detect its presence, termites can directly ingest and contact Termidor as they go about their normal routines.

The Termidor “Transfer Effect™”
Whenever a termite ingests or touches Termidor, it can become a “carrier,” transferring Termidor to other termites it contacts. These termites, in turn, can become secondary carriers, behaving normally while they transfer Termidor to other termites they contact—and so on within the colony. Because Termidor is slow-acting, it gives individual termites ample time to transfer it to others in the population. This unique, spiraling process is called the “Transfer Effect,” and its devastating results maximize the protection of your structure.


Protect Your Home From Termites
Annual termite inspections are recommended to help you protect your home because a Lake of the Ozarks pest control company can look for the early warning signs of termites. If you find yourself in a scenario like the one played out above, or termites are found in your home during an inspection, A B Pest Control & Insulation will see what the best service plan for you would be. We offer a 10-year guarantee on our termite control services. Call A B Pest Control & Insulation at 573-964-1100 today to schedule your free termite inspection and get rid of the swarm once and for all!

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Thursday, August 18, 2016

Avoid The Swarm

Termites are a problem for many people across the United States. According to the MU Extension, more than $4.5 billion dollars is spent annually to control termite infestations and to repair the damage they have caused. There are approximately 2,500 different types of termites around the world. However, there are 45 different species live in the United States, and only four are found in Missouri. The most common type of termite in Missouri are the Eastern Subterranean termite. This type of termite is gearing up for another swarm, so make sure your home is protected by hiring a professional pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks.

What Are Termites?


Termites are small, wood eating insects. All termites are social insects, and raise their young as a group, similar to bees and wasps. Termite colonies eat nonstop and are known as the “silent destroyers” because of their ability to chew through wood structures, wallpaper and flooring undetected. Along with wood, the subterranean termite can also eat plastic and fabrics that are made from plant material. Their size ranges from 1/8” to 1” and they are long, narrow and oval. They are a creamy brown color and have six legs. Their colonies can have up to two million members; the colonies are divided into three groups known as workers, soldiers and reproductive. The queen termite is rather large and can lay up to 2,000 eggs in a single day.

Termite Swarms


“Swarmers” are male and female reproductive termites that have wings. Once a colony becomes established the swarmers leave their colony to establish a new nest. Subterranean termites are active all year long. However, swarms usually happen in the spring and fall. Swarms will occur during the day, most frequently on a warm day after a storm. Termite and ant swarms look very similar, but there are a few distinctive characteristics between the two. Ants will have bent antennae, while termites have straight antennae. Ants will also have a small waist and unequal size wings, while termites have a big waist and equal size wings.

Do You Have Termites?


A termite swarm in your home is an obvious sign of infestations. However, there are other subtle signs that you may have termites. Subterranean termites often use mud tunnels to get around. These tunnels are often found in basements, along pipes or baseboards, near cracks, behind siding or along the foundation of your home. Buckling paint or tiny holes in wood is another sign that termites may have made themselves at home. Finding broken wood is a sign that termites have found a food source. Damaged wood will sound hollow, so check the wood by tapping it. If it sounds hollow, you may have a termite issue. If the damage is bad enough, you may accidentally break through. Finally, piles of wings is a sign that the swarmers have found a new nest and are moving on to the next stage of development, which is colonizing. 

Protect Your Home with A B Pest Control & Insulation


Termites can do lots of damage that can be costly. The MU Extension estimates the average repair work for termite destruction ranges anywhere from $3,000 to $11,000. Avoid these costly repairs and make sure your home is protected by using a trusted pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks. A B Pest Control & Insulation offers a 10-year guarantee on termite control services. Annual termite inspections are recommended to help you protect your home by having a Lake of the Ozarks pest control company look for the warning signs of termites. If you are needing termite protection before the next swarm comes in, call A B Pest Control & Insulation at 573-964-1100 today.

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Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Reasons Why You Need Inspections Before You Purchase a New Home

When you put a contract on a new home you generally will need several types of inspections. Some of the most common inspections are:

  • Septic
  • Structural
  • Electrical
  • HVAC
  • Roof
  • Termite/WDO
A commonly missed one that should be performed is an insulation inspection. A B Pest Control and Insulation offers termite/WDO inspections and insulation inspections. An insulation inspection includes noting any inadequate insulation which results in energy loss, as well as improperly ventilated attics/crawlspaces. This can cause mold and moisture issues, which can lead to health issues.

Termites Can Be Found in Many Places Around Your Home


Lake of the Ozarks pest control company will evaluate conditions that could lead to a new termite infestation or determine if there is an existing infestation. A common place termites are found in Lake of the Ozarks is scrap lumber left in crawlspaces. Firewood and other debris stored against the home, wood siding contact with the soil, and a grade that does not slope away from the foundation could result in a termite infestation. Other potential concerns can include mulch, landscaping timbers, and deteriorated wood near the home. The pest inspector will file a detailed report on the findings of the WDO, and if problems are found that need a remedy, a bid to situations will be listed on the report.


Termite Damage Can Be Very Costly


Termites cause billions of dollars in property damage each year, and are known as "silent destroyers" because of their ability to chew through wood and flooring. Unless a buyer knows what to look for, termites can be hard to find with the naked eye and therefore could take several years before signs of an infestation is apparent. To avoid getting stuck with extensive damage that is typically not covered by homeowners' insurance, buyers should always request a pest inspection before signing the purchase contract for a home.

Insulation Issues


With the importance of energy efficiency and the rising cost of energy, it is critical that an attic or crawlspace is properly insulated to control heating and cooling of your home without having to run the HVAC all of the time. This also aids in repairs to the HVAC, due to constant running, and will save money on your energy bills.

Issues that can arise from poor ventilation and improper insulation:
  • A poorly vented attic can cause health issues due to mold, moisture which can cause wood rot on trusses and other exposed wood, and can lessen the life of the roof itself.
  • A poorly insulated attic can cause energy loss and frozen pipes.
  • A poorly vented crawlspace can create a haven for pest/termites, health issues due to mold/moisture
  • A poorly insulated crawlspace can cause energy loss, frozen pipes, and the dreaded cold floors.

Homebuyers Can Renegotiate if Issues Are Found


In most cases, the result of an inspection report should not deter you from purchasing the home you have under contract. However, it should make you aware of any issues that can be fixed before the purchase of the home and lets you know the true value of the commercial or residential property you are purchasing. Buyers and sellers can further negotiate to remedy the situations found in inspection reports by either fixing the problems or discounting the price of the home for you to complete the repairs. In addition, A B Pest Control and Insulation can assist in correcting any areas that pose a threat of infestation or by addressing any insulation concerns.

A B Pest Control and Insulation Can Perform Your Inspection Before You Purchase a Home


Not all home inspectors can legally perform WDO inspections unless they are licensed in pest control at the Lake of the OzarksA B Pest Control and Insulation serves Lake Ozark, Osage Beach, Camdenton, Eldon, Sunrise Beach, Versailles, Gravois Mills, Jefferson City, Columbia, and Lebanon and we are qualified to perform your pest control inspection. Termite inspections and preventative termite treatments are available for new and existing homes and buildings. Ask about the most advanced termite bait systems available, or our liquid termite treatments with Termidor with a no hassle 10-year warranty that stays with the house, no matter who owns it. A B Pest Control and Insulation is a full insulation company that offers all types of insulation solutions to take care of your needs.

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