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Rain brings out flying insects. What to know about subterranean termites

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The post-rain sunny weather on the Central Coast has brought out hundreds of subterranean termites to some Nipomo neighborhoods. By Olivia Gonࠤález-Britt, KSBY *This article is from KSBY.com The post-rain sunny weather on the Central Coast has brought out hundreds of subterranean termites to some Nipomo neighborhoods. If you’ve noticed these insects buzzing around your …

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Eco-Friendly Pest Control & Pet Safe Alternatives

Bed Bugs / By Central Coast Termite

Eco-Friendly Pest Control & Pet Safe Alternatives Providing eco-friendly and pet-safe solutions to pest extermination is something that Central Coast Termite strives for every day. Being green and keeping our pets and family healthy is what we’re all about! That being said, we hope you consider the environmental and health benefits that come with choosing …

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The Difference Between Bed Bug Bites vs. Mosquito Bites

Bed Bugs / By Central Coast Termite

The Difference Between Bed Bug Bites vs. Mosquito Bites Bed Bugs Leave A Trail Mosquito and bed bug bites are very similar. If you aren’t sure what type of bites you are getting it is important to look for evidence of the pest in your home. Take some time to search your bedding for bed …

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Keep Bed Bugs Away With Our Expert Tips

Bed Bugs / By Central Coast Termite

Keep Bed Bugs Away With Our Expert Tips Bed bugs are one of the most invasive pests that can become a major problem for households. These pests need a safe, temperate environment to thrive, there are many places inside a home that provide perfect breeding conditions. Even with the best prevention tools bed bugs will …

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How to Prevent a Bed Bug Infestation

Bed Bugs / By Central Coast Termite

How to Prevent a Bed Bug Infestation 1. Prevent Bed Bugs When Traveling When you are traveling keep the acronym “Dream” in mind: Determine, Raise, Examine, Assess, Move 2. Cover Your Mattress Put the mattress and box springs in encasements like mattress safe covers. Although this protects the mattress from getting infested, it does not …

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How to Prevent a Termite Infestation

Bed Bugs / By Central Coast Termite

How to Prevent a Termite Infestation 1. Learn if you are vulnerable to drywood termites Drywood termite infestations are most prevalent in the southern coastal areas of the United States. As depicted in the map above, the southern United States is very susceptible to drywood termite infestations. 2. Prevent infestations by keeping your property clean …

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8 Ways to Prevent Ants From Entering Your House

Bed Bugs / By Central Coast Termite

8 Ways to Prevent Ants From Entering Your House 1. Take notice of scout ants If you see any rogue ants in your kitchen, living areas. This is a definite sign that more ants are coming! 2. Keep surfaces in and around your home clean A great way to keep ants away is by cleaning …

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How to Keep Termites From Damaging Your Home

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How to Keep Termites From Damaging Your Home Eliminate wood in contact with the ground Wood siding, doors, and window frames should be at least six inches above the ground. Do not let moisture accumulate near the foundation of your home Termites are attracted to moisture and are more likely to infest if the soil …

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What is An Exclusion Service?

Bed Bugs / By Central Coast Termite

What is An Exclusion Service? Exclusion Service is a long-term method to help keep rodents and other pests from entering a building. Small holes and cracks can be just enough room for a pest to enter a building so it is important that these are not overlooked when dealing with a pest infestation. What happens …

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Rodent Control: Here’s What You Should Know About Rodenticides

Bed Bugs / By Central Coast Termite

Rodent Control: Here’s What You Should Know About Rodenticides Up until January 2020, pest companies could use second-generation rodenticides which were fast-acting. As of Jan 2021, they will no longer be able to use these rodenticides to exterminate the rats and mice that may be around your home. What does this mean for you? The …

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