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Termites

Can Termites Cause Expensive Damage?

Out of all the pests that can invade your home, termites are among some of the most destructive. These bugs are very small creatures, only about the size of an ant. Yet they can cause expensive amounts of damage. If left untreated, homes or buildings will maintain a great deal of structural damage with a termite infestations. To give yourself peace of mind, it’s important to know the types of damage they can cause and what to do if you find yourself with a termite issue.

How Much Damage Can Termites Cause?

Termite damage costs around the United States are based on estimates because there is no central reporting system for this data. Many pest control companies report their data to agricultural agencies across the country, but the actual costs are unknown. Based on this data, however, it is estimated that the damage costs caused by termites are:

  • Approximately 600,000 homes are damaged in the United States each year
  • $5 billion are spent annually by residents to repair damage and control termites
  • Termite damage costs an average of $1500 to recover from an infestation

Depending on the severity of the infestation, homeowners could spend anywhere from $500 to $6000 on repairing the damage caused by these pests. In addition to the initial eradication of the termites, homeowners will need to repair any damage they have caused. How long the pests have been in the home and how far they have spread will determine the extent to which repairs will need to be made. A professional will also likely suggest a plan to continually inspect and prevent future outbreaks of termites from occurring in the home. All of these steps, while costly, will ensure that the termites are gone for good and will not cause future damage to the home.

Many homeowners wonder if termite repairs are covered by home insurance. In most cases, termite damage is not covered by insurance since preventative measures and regular maintenance can typically prevent major damage to homes. It is always a good idea, however, to check with your insurance for the specifics of your policy, especially if the damage is extensive.

Signs of Termite Damage

There are a few telltale signs of termite damage that you can be made aware of. These include:

  • Buckling floors or ceilings
  • Mud tunnels around the foundation of the structure
  • Appearance of water damage around interior of home
  • A hollow sound made when tapping on wood
  • Painted walls that bubble and peel

If you notice any of these issues around your home, we recommend you call an expert to inspect the property immediately. These signs typically occur many years after an infestation begins, so the damage may be more extensive that you might guess based on the cues you can see around your property.

How Can I Prevent Termites?

To avoid the expensive damage that termites can cause, preventative measures are an important investment in the well-being of your home. At All Pest Solutions, we recommend the Sentricon Termite Elimination System for a safe and effective method to treat and prevent termite infestations. By installing bait stations around the perimeter of the home, we build a barrier of protection to kill and repel termites from your property. This investment in your home can provide peace of mind for years to come. If you are interested in learning more about this termite solution, contact us to schedule an inspection so you and your family can rest easy knowing your home is protected from the expensive damage that termites can cause.

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Spiders

Do Spiders Crawl on You When You Sleep?

The thought of any type of creature crawling across your bed at night is quite unsettling. But knowing a spider may come creeping across your pillow is enough to ruin a good night’s sleep. Spiders can crawl on you while you are sleeping.  But the good news is that they aren’t after you. Spiders want to avoid human contact as much as people want to avoid spiders. So unless there is some sort of food source for them in or around your bed, spiders are not likely to come crawling on you while you sleep.

Spiders  love to eat bugs and other creepy crawlies.  If you have crumbs or plates of half eaten food next to your bed, flies or other bugs maybuzz around,  attracting spiders. By simply removing any food from your bedroom, you will likely not have any skittering bug friends at night. If you happen to see multiple spiders not only in your bedroom, but in other places in your home, you may have a spider infestation. Giving your local pest control professional a call can eliminate the spiders from your home so you can sleep peacefully at night, knowing there won’t be eight tiny legs creeping across your cheek.

Risks

Though spiders try their best to avoid humans, it is certainly possible to get bit. Many species are experts at camouflaging, like the wolf spider, and can surprise you. If you accidentally pick up something with a spider in it, or stick your hand in a pocket, or your foot in a boot, you may receive a painful bite.

There are two common venomous spiders in the United States to look out for. The Black Widow and the Brown Recluse are two spiders you do not want to mess with and may require medical attention if you get bit.

Prevention

To keep spiders out of your home, follow these prevention tips.

  • Sweep and vacuum regularly
  • Take out the trash promptly when full
  • Keep outdoor trash can away from house and always use a secure lid
  • Use a dehumidifier is humid places of your home like in the bathroom or basement
  • Do not eat in your bedroom
  • Wipe down countertops and table with an all purpose cleaner
  • Remove spider webs from your ceiling or behind doors

Spider Control

If you discover several spiders in your home and you want to get rid of every single one, your trusted pest control professional is ready to make that dream a reality. When you set up an appointment with a pest control service, the technician will first thoroughly inspect your home to locate where the majority of the spiders are and why the spiders are coming into your home.

If you are in the Nashville area and want to get rid of a spider problem, give All Pest Solutions  a call today so you can ensure you won’t have a spider crawling on your tonight.

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Termites

How Often Should I Have My Home Inspected for Termites?

With so many things to keep track of, pest control may not be at the top of your list until you have a problem. But regular inspections can minimize damage caused by pests and maintain your peaceful abode. Termites in particular, can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage, so early treatment is important. You may wonder, however, how often you should have your home inspected for termites to guarantee that any issues are resolved quickly and don’t lead to a severe infestation.

Most pest control services recommend that you have your home professionally inspected for termite infestations each year. This ensures that colonies are identified early before causing extensive damage to your property. If you see signs of termites, however, you should call a professional as soon as possible to begin the process of removing the pests from your property.

Signs of Termite Infestation

In addition to professional inspections for termites, you can personally inspect your property to identify signs of termites. Some things to look for include:

  • Appearance of water damage
  • Mud tunnels around the foundation
  • Buckling floor or ceiling joists
  • Swollen wood
  • Hollow sound when tapping a piece of wood
  • Maze-like paths found in wood pieces
  • Random dirt trails on wall

If you notice any of these things around your home, it is a good idea to call a professional to come take a look.

Prevention Measures

All Pest Solutions exterminators recommend the Sentricon Termite Elimination System as one of the best tools for the treatment and prevention of termite invasions. Professionals will install bait stations around the perimeter of your home. Termites in the surrounding area are attracted to the poison inside and will take it back to their colonies. With this system, your home is continually being monitored and protected against a termite invasion.

In addition to installing a bait and monitoring system, you can reduce the likelihood of termites by:

  • not storing firewood around the foundation of the home
  • reducing moisture in crawlspaces and around the foundation
  • repairing any rotting wood
  • using pre-treated wood when building structures around your property
  • avoid storing wood directly on soil around property

Choosing a Pest Control Service

Your home is likely your biggest investment, so regular pest control monitoring is an important service to maintain the value of your home. For this reason, you will want to choose a pest control service that provides a high level of quality. When looking at pest control services, ask yourself a few questions:

  • Is the company licensed and insured?
  • Does the company offer chemical and chemical-free treatment options to ensure the best path for treatment?
  • Is the company reputable in the area?
  • Does the service offer comprehensive solutions for my particular pest control needs?
  • Are the services provided safe for my family and effective at containing my pest issue?

All Pest Solutions prides itself on providing quality services for its customers. If you are in the Nashville area, we can help you determine if you need your home inspected for termites or any other number of pest control needs. Don’t wait until an issue arises. Contact us today to speak with our team of professionals to provide a prevention plan to keep your home pest-free.

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Spiders

How to Eliminate a Spider Problem from Your Home

Spiders will find a way into your home if there is something they want inside. Keeping these creepy, eight legged creatures out can be quite the challenge. Fortunately, it is easy to identify what is drawing the spiders into your home, in the first place. They are either after food, warmth in the winter, or moisture, especially in a hot summer. Spiders eat insects whether they crawl on the ground or fly through the air. Figuring out how to eliminate the pests that spiders love to eat will actually solve your spider problem as well. If you have a pest infestation in your home, whether spider or other insect, calling in a professional pest control service could be the quickest way to eradicate the spiders from your home.

Preventing your home from becoming a spider magnet

Tennessee is home to over forty different species of spiders, including the two most dangerous spiders in North America, the Black Widow and the Brown Recluse. Spiders are hunters and have to follow their food supply. Some spiders actually hunt down their insect food like Wolf spiders, while many other types create webs to trap their prey. Keeping bugs out of your home is key to keeping spiders away. A few tips to keeping your home free of all pests are to:

  • Contain all food to the kitchen or dining room
  • Do not leave food sitting out on the counters overnight
  • When the trash can is full, take it out to an outdoor bin with a good lid
  • Sweep often
  • Wipe down table and countertops with an all purpose spray
  • Keep a tidy home without clutter

Following these tips to keep insects out will certainly have an impact on your spider problem. But if you are still seeing multiple spiders every day and discovering more than a couple spider webs in corners or around light fixtures, you may have a spider infestation. Giving a spider control professional a call is the best way to eliminate the spiders from your home quickly and safely.

Why do spiders bite people?

Spiders do not bite humans unless they are somehow provoked or trapped. Situations in which spiders will bite include:

  • When they are picked up or caught with exposed hands
  • If a spider is hidden in a shoe when you put your foot inside
  • If they are hiding in dirty laundry and you pick it up, accidentally pressing the spider into your arm
  • When you accidentally put your hand into a spider habitat

Spiders can hide in places that you do not expect that may result in a painful bite, even if the spider’s venom is not dangerous to humans. Be sure to shake out any clothing left on the floor or check your shoes before you put your foot inside so that you do not accidentally trap a spider, causing it to bite you.

If you are in the Nashville area and have a spider problem, do not hesitate to call the trusted team at All Pest Solutions. A helpful technician will be sent to your home for a thorough inspection and treatment so you won’t have to continue sharing your home with spiders.

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Spiders

Spider Control Experts in Franklin, TN

Spiders can be very helpful in reducing other unwanted critters in your home. If you have a spider in the basement or laundry room that is out of the way, you can leave it to catch flies and other pests for you. But a major downside to having spiders in your home is that they are pretty creepy themselves and they can produce a lot more spiders in a very short period of time.

Seeing a spider every now and then isn’t anything to worry about. But if you are constantly seeing spiders and it is causing stress and anxiety, calling in a spider control expert to quickly and safely eradicate the spider infestation from your Franklin, TN home is an excellent idea.  Spiders can lay hundreds of  eggs in a single egg sac depending on the species. You could end up with more spiders than any other pest in your house. Call a professional to assess and treat your spider problem so you won’t have to think about how many spiders may be crawling around your home. 

What does a spider infestation look like?

Besides seeing multiple spiders a day,  a spider infestation has a few more signs that you can look for.

  • Multiple spider webs popping up around your home. If you see spider webs in your home, do not worry. It may only be one or two spiders. But if you are finding spider webs around your light fixtures, behind doors, or across windows, and they quickly reappear after you remove them, you may have a full fledged infestation on your hands.
  • Finding shed or molted spider skins around your home. Spiders have to shed their skin in order to grow bigger. If you are finding what looks like dead spiders around your home, you may actually have alive, and slightly bigger, spiders creeping around your home
  • Other bug infestations. Spiders love to eat bugs and they will strategically build their homes in places that have a lot of bug traffic. If your home has an insect infestation, it’s only a matter of time before the spiders figure this out and come to grab a bite to eat.

Spider control

While spiders often want to steer clear of you, it is possible that you could have a run in with a spider and it may leave you with a potentially harmful or even painful bite. To protect yourself and your family, if you suspect a spider infestation, giving the spider control experts in Franklin, TN a call is the best way to get rid of every last arachnid in your home. Treating your home for spiders goes hand in hand with treating other pests as well. For the best spider control, call the experts at All Pest Solutions.