Pest Control FAQs in The Villages, FL; Can Neighbor’s Termites Travel to My House & More?

The general public typically has many questions about the various services professionals provide. To anyone who has not been formally trained or exposed to the inner workings, there are typically more questions than we can count. As a result, we at Pest 911 have taken a handful of the most common questions and compiled a frequently asked questions list in effort to extend our customer service.

Pest Control FAQs

Q: Should I be concerned about termites if my neighbor has experienced an infestation?
A: Investing in a professional inspection should be conducted to ensure termites have not expanded into your home. As subterranean termites and their colony matures, reproductive termites will branch out in nearby areas, giving termites the potential to be infesting your home. If a close enough neighbor has a problem with termites, termites inhabit the soil in the area; which warrants concern about them spreading in your home. Contact Pest 911 for an inspection.
Q: Are black ants harmful if spotted in my home?
A: If you see ants that are black, they are most likely carpenter ants, which dwell within wood. Although they are not nearly as destructive as termites, they do tunnel their way through moist woods used in the construction of your home. Unlike termites, carpenter ants do not consume wood; they merely carve out galleries, which weaken the integrity of the wood. Dampened wood is easier for them to navigate through and so they prefer it compared to the hard woods. If you suspect carpenter ants in your home, contact Pest 911 as soon as possible to ensure your home doesn’t fall victim to their excessive behavior.
Q: Is DIY pest control as effective as professional pest control?
A: In few circumstances doing it yourself can be effective, but having a professional perform the pest control infestation and maintenance services is always effective. With the chemicals available to untrained people, they might be able to take care of minor infestations in a pinch, but even that is a gamble. Over long term deterrents, the DIY options wane and some chemicals are not useful as many insects have developed immunity to their diluted formulas. For safety purposes, department store chemicals are weak impostors of professional grade and not all insects are susceptible to their potency. To minimize the little critters invading into your home or business, hiring a professional is the better investment, and to be sure any infestations are adequately removed.
Q: How do I deter mice from moving in?
A: Being that mice are small and possess the ability to squeeze into the tiniest of fissures, along with their extraordinary climbing techniques, the first step is sealing away the obvious potential entry points. Once mice have settled into your home or business, the best method is to utilize bait traps for containment and removal, but hiring professionals is a better idea to stop rodent populations from escalating.

Professional Pest Management

If you do not see your question listed here, or you require professional pest control services, please feel free to contact Pest 911 and we will happily assist you.