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3 Ways Pest Inspections Can Save You Money
3 Ways Pest Inspections Can Save You Money Investing in regular professional pest inspections can save property owners money in the long run. Here are three ways pest inspections can save you money: Catching Infestations Early: Professional pest inspections can catch pest infestations early, before they snowball into serious structural damage. For example, termite… Read More »
Termite Swarming Season is Underway!
Termite swarming season has begun, and the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) warns consumers to prepare for an active season. The NPMA explains that termites swarm in the spring and summer, making these seasons the prime time for homeowners to be vigilant about detecting infestations. Termites are known for causing significant damage to homes… Read More »
April is National Pest Control Month! What it Means For You
April is National Pest Control Month! What it Means For You The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) has declared April as National Pest Control Month to increase awareness about the importance of pest control and the role it plays in safeguarding public health. According to the NPMA’s press release, pests such as rodents, insects,… Read More »
How to Termite-Proof New Construction
A Helpful Guide to Pre-Treating New Construction for Termites Keeping termites out of a structure is difficult enough after it’s complete. During construction, there are innumerable opportunities for these tiny critters to gain access. Being proactive and treating the property beforehand is the key to preventing future infestations. It creates an unwelcoming environment and… Read More »
Ecola Named LA Readers’ Top Choice 9 Years in a Row
When it comes to pest control, local residents know best. And in Los Angeles, Ecola Termite & Pest Control has been named the Readers’ Choice for nine years in a row by the readers of the Los Angeles Daily News. This impressive streak is a testament to the quality of service and value that… Read More »
Keeping Stink Bugs Away
Stink bugs are not only invasive because of their propensity to invade our homes in the fall, but because they are considered an invasive species to the United States. First discovered in 1996 in Pennsylvania, these insects are quickly spreading throughout the country. Native to China, Japan, and Korea, stink bugs are not a… Read More »
How To Keep Fruit Flies out of Your House This Fall
We’ve all experienced the vexing annoyance of fruit flies. These pests show up in droves when sipping on a glass of wine with friends or when you bring your garden’s bounty into the kitchen. You swat them away only to have them reappear in front of your face again within moments. According to U.C…. Read More »
Mosquito Infestations Grow in Southern California
Summer mosquito season in California is turning out to be a doozy this year. The Greater Los Angeles Vector Control District is reporting record numbers of these annoying pests, saying “residents of Southern California don’t stand a biting chance.” Here are some of the reasons: Climate change is creating conditions in which mosquitoes thrive…. Read More »
The Travel Souvenir No One Wants To Bring Home: Bed Bugs
Out of the 80% of Americans who plan on traveling this summer, none plan to bring home any bed bugs. Yet, according to PestWorld.org, the official website of the National Pest Management Association, nearly all pest control companies have treated for bed bugs and are reporting that bed bug incidences are on the rise… Read More »
Do You Have Termites?
Say you’re walking your dog in your neighborhood and come across a house that looks more like a circus tent. What are your next thoughts? I’m glad that’s not me! Wait, does my house have termites? Does it? In Southern California, there are two types of termites we deal with primarily, drywood and subterraneans…. Read More »
