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Termites Never Dress Up for Halloween—They Are Scary Enough All Year Long!

Halloween is a holiday full of children dressed up in costumes, running from one home to the next, looking for tasty treats. Some dress as princesses, while others aim for spooky ghosts or goblins. In the animal kingdom, there is a wood-chewing pest that doesn’t have to dress up to look scary. The termite has a head with long pincers and no eyes. Hollywood couldn’t create a creature as scary looking as this pest. What makes things even more frightening…

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The Most Common Questions People Ask About Termites

The animal kingdom is filled with a vast array of beasts. Some are strong and impressive, like the lion. There are fish as big as ocean liners in the sea—few live in isolation. Instead, most live in different types of groups, such as pods, prides, or colonies. One animal that thrives in a colony is the termite. These tiny wood-chewing tanks are Mother Nature’s cellulose cleaning crew. For homeowners, they are a threat to a home, wreaking havoc wherever they…

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How to Prepare Your Home for a Termite Treatment Fumigation

Termites cause billions of dollars in damage to homes across the U.S. The good news is that regular inspections help prevent many infestations. You can enjoy your bug-free house without being concerned with the potential damage termites bring. Yet, there are those times when Mother Nature’s cellulose chewers win, and your property comes under attack. What do you do when these pesky bugs have taken up residence in your foundation, walls, and attic? The first step should be to contact…

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What Attracts Termites to Your Home?

There is a predator out there that causes billions of dollars each year in damage. Its appetite for destruction is insatiable, and it may have its sights set on your home. Yes, the humble termite wants to eat everything in its path, and you may just be making it much easier for a colony to wreak havoc on your house. How? By keeping your abode in the perfect shape for these pests. Take back your beloved Pleasanton home by bringing…

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Back to Basics: Termites 101 – The Various Types

Fall is the time when kids go back to school. It is also a fantastic time for adults to take a step back and do some learning themselves. How about some insights into the wood-eating insect that causes billions of dollars in damage each year in the United States alone? In this series of articles, we will visit the diligent, relentless termite. You will learn about the different types, their habitat preferences, and reproduction cycles. Why? Because knowledge is power,…

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Kickoff the Summer Termite Free

You have probably heard of the term “swarmers.” It refers to those termites that are capable of reproducing. They come out in spring looking for a new place in which to build a colony. When you see that, you know there is trouble coming because it is only the beginning. Yes, that’s right. Even though you vacuumed up the wings and frass, your problems are far from over. Once the honeymoon is over, the pair of mating bugs will increase…

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Show Termites Who’s the Boss!

No one wants to lose their home to the ravages of an invasion. You install fences, gates, retaining walls, doors, and windows, to secure your home. Unfortunately, none of those deter termites; they pose the biggest ongoing threat to the integrity of your structure. They sneak into the tiniest cracks and proceed to eat 24/7 on all cellulose-laden materials, and in particular, the wood holding your house together. Yes, these minuscule pests cause billions of dollars in damage each year.…

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Look Closer: 5 Signs Your House Has Termites

No one wants to find termites infesting their home. Most of us don’t realize that we have a pest problem until the damage is extensive. They do leave behind some signs. It takes a trained eye, but you can keep on top of things and call in the professionals before it is too late. Protect your family and your investment when you have the experts at Times Up Termite come in. Our team is knowledgeable and has the best tools…

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Learn about Termite Swarming Season and How You Can Stay Protected

Spring is the time for flowers to bloom, trees to bud, and unfortunately, also for some bugs to invade our homes. Yes, the warmer weather does much to awaken Mother Nature so that she can showcase her glory. Various insects sneak out of their winter spots to mate. Some even look for a new home, which could be yours. One such pest is the termite. That wood-munching home wrecker causes billions of dollars of damage every year across the country.…

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Is Your Senior Parent’s Home Smelling Strange? It Could be Termites!

We have all smelled it – that musty, closed-house scent that always seems to emit from a senior’s home. You may have childhood memories of a favorite elderly aunt who smelled of rose water and “old people.” The last time you visited your aging mom or dad, did you notice that familiar smell? It could be more than a stuffy house that needs a good airing out. It could mean that Mom’s beloved home is infested with termites. Ensure Dad…

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