By Carolyn Long


Owning a home is a privilege but also a huge responsibility. Home owners know that there is always something that needs to be fixed and that they need to be vigilant to protect their assets against damage. One such threat is a pest infestation. Pests can cause havoc and immense damage in a very short time. A termite colony taking up residence is particularly scary but when faced by termites Brandon FL residents should know that emergency measures are necessary.

One would think that it would be easy to spot a colony of termites taking residence. This is unfortunately not the case. By the time a home owner spots a single insect there may already be an extensive colony consisting of hundreds of thousands of members established. They cause terrible damage and have even been known to completely destroy a home, especially homes constructed of wood.

Prevention is always better than cure. All homes are vulnerable to pests and a termite colony can cause extensive damage very quickly. It is therefore advisable to take steps and to prevent such a colony from settling on the property in the first place. This is a much cheaper and safer option than to wait until the problem presents itself before dealing with the matter. Even with preventive measures in place regular inspections are important.

There are many places where one can buy products that promise to get rid of a termite infestation. Sadly, a do it yourself approach seldom solves the problem. It requires expert knowledge and plenty of experience to know exactly where the termites are most likely to be and where the placement of the chemicals will be most productive. The correct placement of the chemicals is of utmost importance.

The very best option is to ask professionals for help. They know exactly how to prevent an infestation to take place in the first instance and they know what chemicals to use in different conditions. Their expertise allows them to place the chemicals in the most likely spots that would be chosen by a colony. If an infestation has already taken place, they can get rid of it quickly.

There is another serious consideration and that is that so many of the readily available products are most definitely harmful to the environment. They even pose a danger to people, animals and birds. No reputable pest control company use products that are not safe and environmentally friendly. Not only that, but their products are effective for much longer periods, in some cases for as long as five years.

Reputable pest control companies will always be more than willing to submit valid references and to guarantee their work. Far too many people advertise themselves as specialists in this area when they do nothing but buy commercially available products and use it in the same way amateurs would. Respected companies will also be able to offer an ongoing inspection service that will put the minds of home owners to rest.

One shudders to think of the terrible carnage that can be cause by just one termite colony. It is most certainly worth it to take precautions and to safeguard the home against the infestation of potentially disastrous pests. This requires professional services, however.




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