Pest Profile: Termites in Your Home
Termites are among the most dreaded household pests, and for good reason. Do you know how to identify a termite infestation? Or what to do if you suspect one? Here’s what you need to know about termites as a homeowner: How Termites Put Your Home at Risk Termites feed on cellulose, a component of plant fibers. They love to chow down on wooden beams, furniture, wallpaper, cardboard boxes… really, just about any plant-based matter that they can find. That’s obviously bad news for your favorite wooden armoire, but the threat posed by termites goes beyond bite marks. Given enough time, these pests can damage your home’s structure to the point ...
No Kitten Around: What You Need to Know about Rodent Control
We’re not “kitten” around! Even though it’s been widely portrayed that cats are a great way to regulate rodent control, when you have a real rodent problem as a resident in Orange County, you may want to take matters into your own hands. Although our trusted tabby is known to catch unwanted mice and rodents, it’s safer to allow our trust team at Preferred Pest to help you get control over your rodent problem! It’s no surprise that Orange County is home to a wide range of rodent species. There are over a dozen varieties of mice and rats alone – not to mention various squirrels and the occasional chipmunk. ...
What You Need To Know About Termite Control in Orange County
Spring is nearly here, and with it comes warm weather, sunny skies, and uncontrolled termite reproduction. We’re sorry about that last part, but it’s important to know. The truth is, nearly every year, we see an uptick in termite infestations in Orange County during the warmer months. That’s why we’ve put together a primer on termite control, including an overview of termite habits and some preventative tips you can take today. Where do Termites Live? Termites thrive in warm and humid environments – bad news for those of us in southern California. They maintain tunnel-based colonies that can range from as few as several individuals to as many as one million or ...
Spiders: The Truth About Mating Habits
For Southern California residents hitting the hiking trails, be prepared to see more male tarantulas up until November. Why the sudden increase? Yep, tarantula mating season is here, which means males will be out and about in search of dormant females. This pattern of male spiders looking for a female companion is not just reserved for tarantulas. Many male spiders display this same behavior. But what is surprising, especially when it comes to black widows and redbacks, is some won’t survive the mating process. So, why do males make the long, dangerous journey only to potentially die when they do find a female spider? Read on to discover why! If ...
Drywood Termites Start of Drywood
Information about Drywood Termites There are several different types of termites. One of the less common is known as the drywood termite, which is most prevalent in Orange County and other coastal cities in the US. Unfortunately for many homeowners, drywood termite infestation and damage can wreak havoc on wooden furniture and exposed wood in the home. Where Drywood Termites Live (and How they Survive) Drywood termites thrive in humid climates, which make beach cities a prime target. So how did they get their name “drywood?” These pests can survive on just the humidity in the air, so unlike other creepy critters, they don’t live underground in the soil. Instead, they lay eggs and ...
Orange County Pest Control Services
If you’re looking for Orange County Pest Control Services, whether it be fumigation services, pesticides, baits, or traps, look no further than Preferred Pest Control. We service all of Orange County and have extensive experience in the cities of Fountain Valley, Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Fullerton, Mission Viejo, San Clemente, Brea, Westminster, and more. Need Pest Control Services? Give us a call today! (714) 486-2637 At Preferred Pest Control of Orange County, Southern California, we have over 50 years of industry experience and are licensed, bonded, and insured. We believe that our company is built on old-fashioned honesty, integrity, and quality. Along with our industry standard pest control services, ...
Termite Tenting services and Home Fumigation in Orange County
There aren’t many insects that the typical Orange County homeowner should fear but the threat of a Termite tenting services infestation will strike fear into even the bravest among us. Learn how to prevent termites that plague Southern California with Preferred Pest Control and never be afraid of these menacing pests again. Need Termite Prevention and Home Fumigation Services? Give us a call today! (714) 486-2637 Termite tenting services Prevention Did you know that termites are one of the biggest contributors to home destruction? It’s true, termites have been reported to costing over $1 billion each year in damages. Believe it or not, a typical termite colony can consist of ...
Prevent Termites in OC
Termites can be quite common in Southern California and if you are unlucky enough to have them destroying your property, read on to identify the type of termite you have and learn how to stop them. In California, there are five species of termites: Western subterranean, Desert subterranean, Arid-land subterranean, Western drywood, and Pacific dampwood termites. Facts About Termites In Orange County, the Western subterranean termite is most common, causing millions of dollars worth of damage to infected areas. These termites eat common timbers used for construction and leave the wood as a thin shell with a honey-comb look to it. The Western subterranean termite caste system includes queen, king, ...
Stop Subterranean Termites in their tracks Orange County
Dont let Termites take over your OC home! Let Preferred Pest Control termite-proof your home today! (714) 486-2637 Termite facts and info: Did you know that termites have three “castes” in their colony? Yep, the workers are light colored with no wings, the soldiers have long heads with mandibles and reproductives are darker in color and have two pairs of wings. Workers: No wings/Cream colored Soldiers: No wings/tan-white colored/bigger heads Alates (AKA Reproductives): Two sets of wings/dark colored Swarmers: Warm temperatures and heavy rainfall can trigger an already established colony that sends out swarms of winged termites (Alates). You’ll notice small piles of wings in your home and this typically ...
Termite damage and protection for Orange County Residents
GOT TERMITES? Live in or near Orange County, CA? We can help! Plus, we offer a two year warranty. Termites are generally grouped according to their nesting and feeding habits. Therefore the commonly used general groupings are subterranean, soil-dwelling, drywood, dampwood, and grass-eating. Of these, subterraneans and drywoods are primarily responsible for damage to human-made structures. Termites cause millions of dollars in damage every year. They are know to cause more damage than fires and natural disasters combined. This is why a comprehensive inspection of all visible and accessible areas such as Attic, Garage, Subareas, Interior & Exterior from one of our highly trained and experienced inspectors can identify and properly outline the most ...