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Do Termites Have Antennae? Termite Characteristics Guide
One question we often encounter when we provide Monmouth and Ocean County Termite Real Estate Inspections is – Do termites have antennae? The answer is yes, and these play a crucial role in the life of a termite, especially worker termites that form the majority of a colony. This guide will also detail the unique…
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Pro Tips On How To Keep Spiders Out Of Your Garage
You might be wondering why your garage seems to attract spiders more than any other area of your home. It’s because the environment that garages often provide – quiet, undisturbed, and filled with places to hide. The corners of your garage door, the less frequented storage areas, and the garage walls themselves can all become…
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How Do I Keep Mosquitoes Away from My Patio?
What Attracts Mosquitos? It turns out that mosquitos have a keen sense of smell and can detect certain odors up to 100 feet away. One of the most potent scents that attract mosquitos is carbon dioxide, the gas that we exhale during breathing. Additionally, mosquitos are drawn to body heat, so the warmer you are,…
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What Happens If You Block The Entrance To A Yellow Jacket Nest?
What are Yellow Jackets? Yellow jackets, the scientific name Vespula or Dolichovespula, are wasps that can be identified by their distinctive yellow and black body markings and small size. They are commonly found in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Yellow jackets are social insects that live in colonies with…
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How To Prepare Your Home For A Bed Bug Treatment
Understanding Bed Bugs Before we delve into preparation, let’s understand a bit more about bed bugs: Where Can Bed Bugs Be Found? Bed bugs are elusive and can hide in unexpected places. While they’re commonly associated with beds and bed linens, they can also be found: Preparation for Bed Bug Treatment To ensure the effectiveness…
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How To Tell If You Found A Termite or an Ant
Winged termites are usually, but not always smaller, about 1/4″ in length. They appear to be cigar shaped and have one body segment, straight antennae, and two pairs of equally long wings. Ants have three body segments with a narrow waist, elbowed antennae and a longer pair of front wings. Termites invade structures of all…
