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termites build their nests underground and can reach population
sizes up to one million! Termites cause more damage as a national average than fire. Termites cause five billion dollars worth of damage each year in the U.S. alone
damage not covered by most home owners insurance. |
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There are 11 species of
Powder Post beetles in the United States. They
feed on hard woods and even lay their eggs in the cracks of wood. There
have been documented cases of Powder post beetles destroying houses. A visible sign of active
powder post beetles is a yellow powdery frass that is expelled from the wood where they are working. |
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Carpenter ants come in various sizes from small to large.
They prefer dead damp
wood to build their nests. The black Carpenter ant is the most likely
species to infest a house in the United States. Ants have become the industries
number one nuisance pest. They can find entrance into your home through cracks in your
foundation, around windows, doors that don't seal properly, and most utilities that come into the home. Caulking your home
is always a good preventative measure. If your home has water leaks or roof leaks, that can become an attraction for carpenter ant activity. |
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