What’s the most common wood-eating pest?

• <div><p>While there are many types of wood-eating pests, the most common one in the United States is termites. They are found in every state and are typically worse in warm and humid climates. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-common-myths-about-swarming-termites.htm">They cause billions of dollars in damage</a> every year, which is why it’s vital that homeowners address infestations as soon as possible.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2021
Our home has a claustrophobic crawl space, tiny attic, decades of nonsensical remodels from DIYers, and pests. It's a nightmare for contractors who want to nudge our house towards being up to code. Jamie and Ashley did an incredible job despite all that, with good looking wire pulls that...
Compass Electric LLC
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Reviewed in October 2017
When the repairman showed up, he clearly knew his stuff. He was very familiar with the control board, and found that the previous installer had mis-wired the connections. In addition we had him clean the air conditioner's air intake system. We are very pleased with their work.
Roth Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in July 2017
The owner of the company did help us with our insurance and helped us figure out a way to re-design our kitchen. After that everything went downhill. We initially had to wait a while to get our roof fixed because the weather had to warm up. Which was fine, but then they did not do many of the...
Idaho Fire and Flood Restoration
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Reviewed in August 2016
Service was excellent. I am a single woman have trust issues with mechanics taking advantage of me. I took my 1997 truck to Blackfoot Transmission in in April to have the transmission looked at prior to driving it to Indiana, because I thought there was a problem - when cruise control was on, it...
BLACKFOOT TRANSMISSION
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Reviewed in May 2014
This company makes good on its promises. Provided grub deterrent on our lawn but grubs were not destroyed. Ask for a chance to prove themselves and provided 3 months of free service. Would highly recommend Mark and Teton Pest, 4649 Christine, Chubbuck, ID
Teton Pest Control
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Reviewed in April 2013
After months of sub-par performance from my regular mechanic, I was desperate to find a new one who could provide the kind of trustworthy service I used to have but lost. Some background: My old repair shop, Bill and Mike's, which I'd frequented for 20 years because of great service and...
MASTER MECHANIX
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Reviewed in March 2013
I employed the yard care portion of High Desert Landscaping - weed control, fertilization, insect control. John was always very careful about gates and when some spray dripped on the windows, he cleaned it up. The following summer I chose an organic yard application with another company, and...
HIGH DESERT LANDSCAPE
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Reviewed in June 2012
I called Edged in Stone for an estimate for a sprinkler system. He didn't show up the first day, because he was busy working on another job. It would have been fine if he had called to let me know, but he left me hanging. He called me the next morning, and apologized. We set up another...
EDGED IN STONE LANDSCAPING
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At Gem State Pest Solutions, our mission is to find pests, remove them from your home or business, and use regular pest control treatments to keep them from coming back. Our technicians are licensed pest control applicators (Idaho State Department of Agriculture) who put customers first. We'll do our very best to remove wasps, ants, spiders, and any other pests, guaranteed.

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Honest, expert service from a reliable company. Pest Control Services, Inc. has been providing pest control management since 1970. We continue to set high standards for ourselves so that our customers receive the best possible service. Our technicians are knowledgeable of the latest in pest control techniques, which enables us to customize effective treatment plans for every situation. Residential - Commercial - Industrial Trust your residential and commercial pest control needs to a licensed professional to provide you the protection and safety you deserve. Here are just a few of the services we provide: •Rodent Control •Tree & Lawn Spraying •Pond Algae •Termites •Hobo Spiders •Ants/Earwigs •Cockroaches •Bedbugs •Wasps •Tree bores •Lawn weeds •Lawn fungus •Lawn grubs •AIB, GAP, Primis. Our company uses state-of-the art technologies to eliminate and manage your pest problems by using a combination of chemical and non-chemical treatments. We are dedicated to providing a fast and efficient solution to your pest issue. Serving the following communities and many more: Idaho Falls, Shelley, Blackfoot, Rigby, Roberts, Lewisville, Menan, Ririe, Rexburg, St. Anthony, Ashton. Our services are licensed and insured.

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YOUR BUGS WILL BE HISTORY We at Duke of Earl Pest Control are your top and dependable choice for all your pest problems.

WOOD RIVER PEST MANAGEMENT

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Serving the Wood River Valley and Southern Idaho. Whether you have ants, spiders, mice, or bed bugs, the earlier you address a pest problem, the sooner you can rid yourself of a more serious pest infestation. Wood River Pest Management has the experience & expertise to protect your home and family from pest infestations. Call Wood River Pest Management today to discover why we're the area's best!

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

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While there are many types of wood-eating pests, the most common one in the United States is termites. They are found in every state and are typically worse in warm and humid climates. They cause billions of dollars in damage every year, which is why it’s vital that homeowners address infestations as soon as possible.

Notably, earwigs, centipedes, and spiders all enjoy a silverfish lunch. You can’t turn to natural predators to fix your silverfish problem: In fact, one issue with silverfish is that they can bring in unwanted earwigs into the house or cause a minor infestation of hungry spiders, so it’s important to get rid of them as soon as possible.

The cockroach most easily confused with water bugs is the Oriental cockroach, for several reasons. Their shape is most similar to a water bug, and they’re notorious for seeking out and living near water. If you capture one of these bugs close to a water supply, you can quickly tell if it’s an Oriental roach or a water bug. These roaches are a darker color, and they cannot fly, while water bugs are a lighter brown and can fly to escape.

A rat nest often looks like a messy, loosely formed pile hidden in a quiet spot. It may appear as a ball-shaped cluster or just a scattered heap made from shredded paper, fabric, insulation, leaves, twigs, and other soft materials. Rats gather whatever they can find nearby to build their nests, often tucking them away in walls, attics, or behind appliances for warmth and safety.

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