Arizona termites – sneaky and they will get in.

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Arizona has some rather sneaky termites but very capable of gaining entry into our homes. They usually make termite tunnels over the outside foundation but can also make their way in by way of that crack or where concrete meets another piece of concrete. This photo was the only evidence within this home but looks typical of those mud tubes or tunnels on the foundation.

 

So if you notice something that looks like this or a drop tube from the ceiling it’s time to call ProBest Pest Management at 602-249-7378.

Termites can’t read…

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I guess it is somewhat ironic that the termites found this box and decided to eat the cardboard. They didn’t get to the bait but they were on their way into the box and the contents. This came from one of my customers that had this box in their garage and the termites found the cardboard. Termite will eat anything that has cellulose in it and will often times cause damage to drywall and books. Got Termites –  give ProBest Pest Management a call at 602-249-7378 for quality termite work .

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Why won’t the termites give up?

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That is a great question. I guess when your hungry you just keep right at it until you find the food. Termites just keep searching 24/7/365 until they find a food source. What does a termite issue look like? They build mud tubes similar to the picture, this one is unique because it was lengthy. But if you find something like this call your Professional Termite Company and/or ProBest Pest Management at 602-249-7378

You need to see your foundation slab

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Termites gain access into your home from the ground through penetrations of your slab or from the outside of your slab. So seeing the slab is extremely important to keeping them out. River rock or rock against your home also makes a great home for bark scorpions or other bugs.

Another tip to prevent termites..

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Ideally its important to be able to see that foundation wall or the slab of your home. This is where the termites often build those mud tubes to gain access into the house.If you can’t see the slab then you might not see those termites until they have done some damage within the walls.

Tips:

1. Have a Professional Termite inspection done yearly.
2. Keep grass, bushes and trees away from the house.
3. Don’t put stones up to the stucco, you want to see that slab.
4. Don’t let water sprinklers hit the house.

Are your plants too close too your home?

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Plants that are planted too close too your home create issues down the road, what are those issues you ask?

• Roots may damage or cause problems to the foundation.
• Watering those plants may cause additional problems with any wood siding or the foundation.
• Plants may cause issues with the termite treatment.
• Termite treatments may not be done correctly with plants in the way.
• If it is a tree, bush or cactus it will grow and possibly damage the home or overhang.

BBB on how to protect your home and family from pests?

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BBB: How to protect your home from “silent destroyers.”  From the Yuma Sun.

 

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What did our ancestors eat way back when?

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The one thing I would bet, would have been whatever they could catch. I’m also sure that is why we gain weight so easily, we are not out looking for and gathering our own lunch.

“Smithsonian – Smithsonian Science Termites for breakfast?”

I also love these stories and how animals and/or insects adapt to their environment.

Photo by PPMA

How is it possible to get water damage in Arizona?

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Water damage is a concern across the U.S. whether you are in Florida or Arizona. I guess the only difference is the abundance of moisture. With humidity levsls at 99+% in Florida the chances are greater that you will have issues.  Anytime that wood gets wet and then dries, then gets wet and dries again you can expect some type of wood decay to take place. I often see this damage occurring at roof lines or at fireplace chimney areas.

Depending on where you live this wood damage may affect your termite inspection. So it is important to stop the water before it gets worse.

I can spot those termite tubes from the street, can you?

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Its a scary thing but I can spot termite tubes from the street and I’m always looking.

 

Stopped at stop sign and I noticed a termite shelter tube..

Closer shot of termite tube.