Unlike the notorious red-imported fire ant, and the less well known, but equally dangerous black imported fire ant, the southern fire ant is native to…
Termites can be a nightmare for any homeowner in California and, despite California building codes requiring the use of pressure-treated wood. But does the use…
Western subterranean termite populations reach plague-level proportions in many urban and suburban areas of southern California, and this species is often recognized as the most…
Pest control companies in California are required by law to file a wood-infesting insect report form with the state’s structural pest control board for every…
One Single Home In Ventura County Can Become Infested By Workers From Multiple Western Subterranean Termite Colonies Despite their tremendous abundance in the natural environment,…
The most economically significant termite species that can be found in Southern California are well adapted to thriving in arid and semi-arid environments, but this…
Since California sees a relatively high degree of annual termite destruction, the state legally requires all homes to be inspected for termites before being sold….
How Are Delicate Drywood Termite Swarmers Able To Excavate Hard Lumber, And Do They Initiate Infestations Indoors And On Exterior Wood Paneling? Unlike soil-dwelling subterranean…
Several subterranean, drywood and dampwood termites can be found in southern California. Dampwood termites rarely cause substantial damage to structural wood within homes, but drywood…
Multiple subterranean and drywood termite species can be found in southern California, but only a few are known for regularly infesting homes in Ventura County….
Subterranean termites dwell below the ground where the moist soil provides the insects with a never ending source of water. Drywood termites do not need…
How To Regulate Household Moisture For Subterranean Termite Control Several species of subterranean, drywood and dampwood termites inhabit southern California, and while all three of…
