fungus
Fungus – Not always something you see in Arizona, fungus growing on the side of a foundation slab of a house. If weather conditions exist then it is possible for fungi to grow and it only matters on location and the amount of water present.
So keep an eye on your property and if these conditions are present it is time to evaluate and access the how and the why?
This was just a shot of a parking lot of a church which couldn’t handle all that rain. All this rains triggers the subterranean termites to become a little more active, so what signs should you be looking for?
Desert subterranean termites
Here in Arizona one of the best methods for keeping out scorpions is a home seal. Use caulking and fill in any holes that are open.
Most everyone enjoy the rains that come to Arizona this time of year, but with the good comes the bad.
Monsoons tend to whip up dust into the air. It also can bring down all that pollen floating in the air.
Monsoons can also bring in heavy rains and wind, almost cyclonic in nature.
And depending on your thoughts – termites. Termites consume a lot of wood including cactus and other fallen material. They also don’t know the difference between your house and wood in general.
So keep an eye on your property and if you see something like the photo below, it might be time to give ProBest Pest Management a call at 602-249-7378 or 623-414-0176
I found this article interesting, but I have noticed over the years that many critters use termite mounds for observation. “Monarto termite mound is a high point for long time zoo volunteer Brian Tinning.” This zoo is in Adelaide Australia and this gentleman has been a volunteer there for over 40 years. Our hats off to him for his work and his dedication to wildlife.
Formosan termite photo by PPMA
There are many places around the world that have bigger issues with termites than Arizona. Certainly the East Coast of the US especially the southern states have more problems mainly due to more water and warmer temperatures.
GreenPro, is a stringent yet practical, sustainable, and eco-effective solution that has been tailored for today’s environmentally conscious consumer. GreenPro’s integrated pest management (IPM) program will continue to emphasize a systems approach that focuses on long-term pest prevention/suppression coupled with minimal impact on human health, property, the environment, and non-target organisms.
Green Pest Management or Organic Pest Management – or IPM, how do you tell the difference? More details as these programs continue to roll out.
In the old days spraying homes was the norm, today people understand that continued use of poisons or pesticides in homes isn’t necessary. To be honest that isn’t what ProBest Pest Management is all about, we are not a spray and soak your home with chemicals company. We will identify and help you solve your pest problems. We truly believe in IPM and we practice what we preach. That is why we are members of PESP and GreenPro.
Remember last week on the 18th July Arizona termites – sneaky and they will get in
Once termites find their way in they will continue to seek out cellulose and if they find it in a painting they will attack and eat. So if you notice anything unusual on a wall or painting please check it out. Sometimes those hidden areas can surprise you.
We have mentioned before about these post tension slabs, but I wanted to show a different picture than the one posted awhile back.
So before doing any major work at your home, investigate and use caution. I think it is important to know your property, monthly checks are crucial to understanding and preventing any big problems.
