Swoboda Posts Tagged ‘carpenter ants’

Carpenter Ants – A spring Swarm
Carpenter ants are wood-destroying insects, and even though they do not eat wood, they will damage homes.Identifying Carpenter Ants Generally, carpenter ants are black and large. They range in size from 1/4 of an inch to almost a 1/2 inch in length. What is unique about carpenter ants is that they swarm. If you see […]

Summer Renovations and Pest Control
Wood-destroying insects (WDI) are a big problem everywhere. They include wood-boring beetles, termites, carpenter ants, carpenter bees, and a few other pests that eat you out of house and home. Summer is prime time for home repair and remodel. When you are ripping out that wall, you discover why the house has squeaky floorboards, doors […]

Pests That Bring Down Your Property Value
Pests that Bring Down Your Property Value Surprisingly, maybe, is the fact that some pests can bring down the value of your home or business. This occurs usually through extensive damage or a higher cost of pest removal. Which pests fit this bill? Just keep reading. Ground Squirrels – potentially one of the most destructive […]

Texas is home to some fearsome ants and some that are so small you can hardly see them. Inside we explore several species of ants that might be pestering you. Crazy Ants – Imported from South America, crazy ants are just that – crazy. Oddly, a colony of crazy ants will wipe out a colony […]

January Pest Control in Bryan and College Station, Texas
Welcome to winter in Bryan where the mild weather is a haven for all kinds of winter pests. So, what’s bugging you? Winter pests are active and happy to be inside your home or business. Here’s our top list for winter pests around Bryan and College Station Fleas – You would think they would have […]

If you have a wooden deck that is treated or untreated, you might notice some finger-sized holes in the post or boards. You might also notice a crazy, twisted indentation that looks as though someone took a creative approach to using a router on your deck. Both types of damage are common, but they are […]