The Termite Guy FAQs

Rodents are more than your typical nuisance household pests; they pose a significant threat to people and our properties. Some of the biggest dangers associated with a rodent infestation include the following: Fire hazard: When mice or rats chew through wires in a home, they can trigger electrical shorts and fires. Health risk: Mice and rats carry bacteria, viruses, and parasites on their bodies and in their feces, urine, and saliva that cause diseases in people. Additionally, their shed feces and fur emit allergens that trigger allergies and asthma attacks. Food waste: Rodents will get into and consume your family's stored foods. Any food touched by a rodent needs discarding. Destruction: When rodents are in our homes, they chew on, dig through, and otherwise damage furniture, clothing, rugs, cabinets, and walls. At the sign of a rodent problem in or around your home, reach out to a professional for help.

Crickets live in caves, under plant litter, rotting logs, and similar areas in the wild. They like places where it's damp and dark, so if you find them in your house, you'll find them in many of the same places you would find cockroaches. Crickets will hang out in basements, crawl spaces, under appliances, and anywhere else that provides enough humidity and is sufficiently out of your way.

Like most other insects, crickets invade houses that make it easy for them to get what they need: food, shelter, and moisture. Sometimes, drought may drive them into your home as they seek water and relief from the Southern California heat. Other times, you may not be storing the foods that crickets like to eat properly. For instance, if you leave pet food sitting out all the time, it may attract crickets as well as other insects. Crickets are not picky and will eat what they can get, so just about any food you can think of can serve as a cricket attractant.

It can be tricky to get rid of crickets once they invade your home. There are a number of reasons for this, but the main ones are their breeding speed and the ineffectiveness of the cricket control products on the open market. Crickets can sexually mature in as little as a few days and lay hundreds of eggs throughout their lives. A breeding population of crickets inside your home can quickly explode. Against this rapid replication, things like sticky traps and cricket baits don't stand a chance. That's where The Termite Guy comes in. We might have termites in our name, but all pests are our game. We have access to professional tools and pest elimination techniques that mean even the fastest-breeding crickets cannot outrun us. If you've tried to get rid of your cricket problem and failed, it may be time to call in the pros.

When you rid your home of cockroaches, it's important to take steps so they don't come back. Here are some tips on how to keep cockroaches away: - Keep your home clean and clutter-free. Cockroaches thrive in dirty and cluttered environments, so maintaining a clean house is key. - Seal all cracks and crevices in your home. Cockroaches can enter through the smallest openings, so it's important to seal any potential entry points. - Fix leaks and moisture problems. Cockroaches need water to survive, so fixing any leaks and moisture issues can help prevent them. - Store food properly. Cockroaches are attracted to food, so store food in airtight containers and keep your kitchen clean. - Use natural repellents. You can use certain herbs and essential oils to repel cockroaches. - Regularly inspect and maintain the exterior of your home. Cockroaches often enter homes through the exterior, so it is important to keep the exterior of your house in good condition. Follow these tips to prevent cockroaches from coming back into your home and keep them away for good. For over 25 years, Orange, Los Angeles, and Ventura County homeowners have trusted us to keep their homes cockroach-free. Contact us today for comprehensive cockroach treatment services.

People frequently fear spiders because of their venomous bites, but not all spiders are dangerous to humans. In fact, the majority of spider bites are minor, and you can treat them at home. However, some dangerous spiders in California, such as the brown recluse and the black widow, have venom that can cause severe reactions in some people. If you believe a venomous spider has bitten you, seek medical attention right away. It is also critical to exercise caution when handling spiders and to use proper precautions such as gloves or a tool to move them. Always remember that it is better to be safe than sorry, especially when dealing with venomous spiders.

While getting rid of crickets on your own may not be in the cards, the good news is it is a lot easier to prevent a cricket infestation than to get rid of one. Even better, a lot of the same methods you already use to keep things like cockroaches and ants away can work for crickets as well: -Keep all indoor and outdoor garbage cans tightly covered. -Address moisture problems like condensation and poor drainage. -Store pantry foods in airtight containers, including pet foods. -Seal up cracks and holes in your home that crickets could use to enter your house. -And remember, if you wind up with a cricket infestation that gets out of hand, the best cricket and pest control in California, The Termite Guy, is just a click or call away.

While you may find spiders in many different areas of your home, some of the most common places they tend to wonder are basements, attics, and garages. These areas often provide the warm, dark and undisturbed spaces they need to build webs and lay eggs. You may also find spiders on windowsills, doorways, and the corners of rooms, where they can spin webs and catch prey, or in closets, bathrooms, and kitchens, where they can find moisture and food sources. It's important to be vigilant and to check these common areas regularly to catch any spider infestations early on. Remember, while spiders can be a nuisance, they play an important role in controlling insect populations and are a natural part of the ecosystem.

When it comes to dealing with an infestation, professional pest control is the best way to get rid of spiders. The Termite Guy technicians use an Integrated Pest Management approach and eco-friendly methods to control spider populations. Our experienced technicians conduct a thorough inspection of your home to pinpoint the problem areas, and then we develop a customized treatment plan to eliminate any infestation. Trust The Termite Guy to help you get rid of your spider problem for good with an approach that is safe for your family and the environment.

Termites are social insects that live in colonies. Each termite colony divides its members into three castes --- workers, soldiers, and reproductives. Worker termites are the largest caste; they help build and maintain the nest, care for the young, and forage for food. Soldiers protect the nest and help with nest maintenance. Reproductive termites produce more colony members. When a termite colony has matured, winged reproductive (termite swarmers) emerge from the nest to find a mate and a suitable location to build a new nest. Here in our region of California, we need to guard our homes against two kinds of termites; subterranean termites and drywood termites. Subterranean termites have high moisture needs and like to feed on wet or decaying wood. These termites nest in areas of damp soil and travel to their found food sources daily. Subterranean termite colonies are large and contain hundreds of thousands of members, and they are the most common species living across the United States. On the other hand, drywood termites live together in smaller colonies with numbers in the hundreds or thousands. Drywood termites are very efficient feeders and nest within the wood they feed on. These termites have low moisture needs and invade dry, sound pieces of wood.