Termites

Unique Features of the Sentricon System

The Sentricon System has provided superior termite protection since its introduction in 1994 by Dow AgroSciences. This termite baiting system was developed as an effective alternative to liquid termiticide soil applications. Unlike other treatments that may not eliminate entire colonies,...
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4 Signs of Termite Infestation

Termites can go undetected within a home for a long time as they destroy walls and the foundation. Termites will feed on any available wood within the home, including furniture or baseboards. In the event your neighbors have termites, it...
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Termite Activity in Winter

With the Artic chill settling across Oklahoma and chances of snow finally being announced, some homeowners may think their termite troubles are done for the season. In reality, termites are active throughout the entire year, even in winter. When termites...
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Dampwood Termites Begin Swarming

Typically found within the western states, dampwood termites are an important economic pest. Unlike typical subterranean termite colonies, this species tends to maintain relatively small colony structures. Most often dampwood termites will be found within decaying logs and other decaying...
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Identifying Termites in Your Home

As a homeowner, the prospect of termites chipping away at the value of a home that you have invested in can be a scary thought. Termites tend to chew on the internal wood hidden behind seemingly fine walls, making them...
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Those Pesky Termites Woody and Stump

Those pesky termites Woody and Stump are at it again! They’ve taken over our social media this week and have taken over a whole page on our website. We hear they’ve also managed to get themselves on the radio a few...
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5 Common Termite Myths

Despite their prevalence in Oklahoma, we find though talking with our customers that there are still a lot of misconceptions about termites floating around. Many of these misconceptions are potentially dangerous as well because they could lead to you being...
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How to Check for Termite Damage

Termite swarm season is upon us and that means you could be seeing little winged termites in your home or business. These little insects won’t hurt you, but they are tiny indicators of a much, much larger problem. Unfortunately, if you...
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Why Do Termites Swarm?

One of the questions we routinely get from our customers, is “why do termites swarm?” This is a really great question, and understanding can help prevent termite damage in the long run. Here at Emtec Pest Control, we pride ourselves on...
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Preventing Termite Damage in Unexpected Places

We know you’ve heard a lot about termite protection for your home or business, and you probably know all about how to look for signs of termite damage or infestation on your property. But with termite swarm season just around...
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