Factors That Are Likely To Invite Termites Into Your Home

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No one ever wants to have a termite infestation in their home. These little pests can cause grave damage by literally eating your home, thereby making it unsafe and lowering its value. However, you may be condoning some things in your house that could be encouraging termites to move in. Read on to find out what these 'termite baits' are and how to avoid them. High moisture levels in your basement

28 April 2015

Buried Fences and Other Rabbit Control Ideas

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If wild rabbits are threatening your property, you need to take your removal efforts seriously. Rabbits can breed super quickly, and these cuddly creatures can easily decimate your garden or the grass you have for cattle or horse grazing. Luckily, there are a few ways to control them. Here are four ideas to help you out: 1. Bury Your Fence Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to make a rabbit-proof fence. These creatures can jump over low fences, burrow over high fences, squeeze through seemingly tiny holes and chew through a range of materials including wood and plastic.

17 April 2015

How To Get Rid Of Wood Borers

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Wood borer is the common name for a number of species of beetles that live and breed in timber.  The holes and labyrinths of tunnels created by the beetles during their lifecycle can cause major damage to floorboards, joists, structural timbers and furniture, so it's important to eradicate the nuisance insects as quickly and thoroughly as possible. Here are some tips to eradicate wood borers from your home. Timber treatment

14 April 2015

Effectively Dealing With Carpet Beetles

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Carpet beetles are notorious for causing damage, sometimes extensively, to carpets, clothes and other goods made from fabric. Carpet beetles can quickly build up their numbers due to their short growth cycles. Although many people choose to hire out a pest controller, it is possible to deal with an infestation on your own as long as you commit some time and patience to the problem. This article looks at some effective steps to take so that you can rid your property of these persistent pests.

7 April 2015