DIY Termite Inspection.
How To Inspect Your Home for Termites. Fun Fact: Termites are found in 49 of the 50 states of this great nation. So, if you are a homeowner, there is a definite possibility that you will encounter termites at some point. Now, us folks at HowToPest.com are not one to downplay the skills of a […]
Top 5 Pests That Do the Most Damage to Your Home.
Ever wondered what creatures could be gnawing away at your beloved home without you even realizing it? It’s not a pleasant thought and even less pleasant to your pocketbook. But, knowing what to keep an eye out for can save you a whole lot of money in the long run. Let us talk about the […]
Carpenter Ants vs. Termites: What’s the Difference?
If you are starting to notice unusual pest activity and are concerned that you might have a costly termite infestation but aren’t quite sure what it is. Well, let’s dig a little deeper to make sure you have clear knowledge of what you are dealing with! Signs of Termite Damage While you may not see […]
HTP’s Guide To Springtime Pests🌼
Being on the west coast, we don’t really have a clear division between Winter and Spring. We don’t get snow or even much frost for that matter, so my best indication for when it is Spring…when I can smell the orange blossoms and when the grass starts to grow a lot faster. 😍 To be […]
Termite Tornado. Termite Swarming Season.
‘Round here, every year around springtime is what we like to call termite tornado season, or for the “lay folk” termite swarming season! Termite swarming season is where the winged adult termites come out in swarms to mate and form new colonies. Bow chicka wow wow! Termite Swarmer FAQ’s: Q. What Is The Difference Between […]
Aardvarks Anyone? Termites
They say guilt will damage you the way termites eat away the wood, no damage is visible until it’s grave. Wow, that was deep. But the point of all that depth is oozing with truth. The damage done by termites can be pretty significant before you even know it. Even though they are less common […]
Got Termites?
If you think you’ve got termites, you probably do. So now what? Well, here’s everything you wanted to know about termites but were afraid to ask.While there are hundreds of termite species throughout the world, all species fall under one of three types of termites— Dampwood, Drywood, or Subterranean. Let’s break it down. Dampwood TermitesAs […]
