1021. Subterranean Termites in Woods
July 15, 2012
According to Ebeling, subterraneans are by far the most important pests of buildings throughout the world and the principal effort in prevention and control is directed against these insects. From a standpoint of prevention and control, the chief characteristic of subs is that they ordinarily mainta...
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1022. Bait Considerations for Ants
July 15, 2012
Baits are insecticides mixed with materials that attract worker ants looking for food. They are a key tool for managing ants and the only type of insecticide recommended in most situations.
Ants are attracted to the bait and recruit other workers to it. Workers carry small portions of the ba...
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1023. Where Carpenter Ants Usually Nest
July 15, 2012
Carpenter ant nests consist of smooth, clean tunnels and excavations in wood that run with or against the grain. Carpenter ants nest in moist wood including rotting trees, tree roots, tree stumps, and logs or boards lying on or buried in the ground.
A carpenter ant colony is often composed o...
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1024. Ants on Trees and Shrubs
July 15, 2012
Protect young or sensitive trees from possible injury by wrapping the trunk with a collar of heavy paper, duct tape, or fabric tree wrap and coating this with the sticky material.
When numerous ants are found on plants, they are probably attracted to the sweet honeydew deposited on the plant...
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1025. Natural Killing of Ants
July 15, 2012
Ants have been serious headaches for millions of households, all around the world. Unfortunately, there is no proven method so far, to get rid of them in the flawless manner.
Mostly, the ants strengthen their immune system against the chemicals which have been used to eradicate them and thus...
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1026. Carpet Protection From Being Ripped Up or Torn
July 13, 2012
Loose, worn or torn carpets can be dangerous.The plastic carpet runner has become an must for every place where carpets are used due to the increasing rate at which carpets are being tampered usually due to the rough physical movements happening on a regular basis.
Place walk-off mats wherev...
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1027. How Pet Affect the Life of Your Carpet
July 13, 2012
Pet urine, left unattended, can damage carpet in several ways. Another problem, especially with cats, is odor. Infestation also arises since pest can transfer from pet to the carpet.
Pets have 'accidents'. Removing the results of these accidents from carpeting can be a challenge. Ticks, flea...
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1028. Musty Odor in Carpet Associated with Molds is Unhealthy
July 13, 2012
Musty carpet smells are most commonly caused by mildew that has started growing on the carpet or underneath the carpet. Mildew thrives in damp and colder environments where it will continue to reproduce.
If a homeowner has a musty smell in their carpet, they need to not only get rid of the m...
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1029. Determination of Early Flea Presence in Your Beloved Pet
July 13, 2012
The earlier you spot a flea invasion and begin to treat it the better. If you spot the problem in its earlier stages you can fix it easier and reduce the risk of a full-blown home infestation.
The flea most commonly found on cats and dogs is known as the "cat flea." Once an adult flea makes ...
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1030. Bedbugs in Old Furniture is Terrible
July 13, 2012
The tiny pests are a newly growing problem, and some good advice is to be careful when buying used furniture. How can you spot bed bugs if you're looking for an item at a yard sale or garage sale?
Exterminators universally recommend against buying used mattresses or taking any furniture off ...
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Author: Theresa Flores
