Pest Control Atlanta: Termite & Cockroach Control in Marietta, Carrollton, Peachtree City, Forest Park, Georgia

Preventing Pest Infestations In The Crawl Space... Without Pest Control!

2012-06-27T00:00:00.05Z

Pest infestations have long plagued homeowners across Georgia, and the problem is only getting worse as time passes. Pests can present a very serious problem for a household, making residents sick, destroying wood, and creating a nuisance. In the case of mice and rats chewing on wires, an infestation can also create a very real fire hazard.

To date, it's been estimated that 1 in 30 homes are infested by termites annually – and that's not counting all the other possible infestations! But what can be done to prevent these unwanted guests?

Preventative Measures For Pest Infestations In Your Home

While we can name a litany of devices, gadgets, and home remedies that claim to deter pests from your home, the best, most tried-and-true methods of pest prevention still seem to work best. Following these three common-sense rules is a vital step to keeping your home protected.

Rule 1: Keep The Pests Away From Your Home

If pests can't get into your home, then they can't live there. Since many pests enter your home through the ground level, this is a great time to take a look at your basement and crawl space. Seal off any openings, including around those old, rusted windows. Seal off your crawl space and install a vapor barrier to hold back the pests that would otherwise march in through the open vents and from the dirt floor.

Since many pests are attracted to wet, moldy environments and rotting wood, be sure to eliminate all sources of standing water and run a powerful dehumidifier system. If they can't find moisture, they can't live there.

Rule 2: Keep The Pests' Homes Away From Your Home:

Pests (especially termites) like to congregate in piles of organic matter. If you have leaves, sticks, woods, or compost collected close to your home, it's time to move it to the other side of the yard. If their home isn't near yours, then they're less likely to move in.

Additionally, it's important that the dirt level (known as the “grade line”) is not too high up along your foundation. If the dirt extends high enough to touch your home's wood siding, you may have created a path for ants, subterranean termites, and more to enter your home. Keep at least 18 inches of concrete separating ground level from your concrete walls.

Rule 3: Keep An Eye Our For Infestations:

More than ever, subterranean termites are spreading through seed colonies, instead of the telltale swarming that many homeowners relate to an infestation. Because of this, it's possible for termites to live in a home for six, eight, even ten years without the homeowner's knowledge. This can lead to enormous damage to your home!

Annual visits from your local pest inspector can help you keep on top of infestations – before they lead to serious damage to your home. Your local pest inspector can also advise you on locations around your home that may be more vulnerable than others to infestations, so you can act before a problem arises. This is one small expense you shouldn't pass up!

We Specialize In Crawl Space & Pest Control Services!

Whether you need help beating back a serious infestation, you'd like to seal your crawl space to prevent pest infestations, or you're simply interested in having an annual checkup on your home, Burroughs Pest Control is the company you're looking for! We specialize in both pest control and creating dry, healthy crawl spaces, and we're standing by to help you!

To schedule an appointment for pest control in Atlanta, GA or for a free crawl space encapsulation quite, contact us by phone or e-mail today! Our Georgia service area includes Atlanta, Lawrenceville, Marietta, Bowdon, Kennesaw, Douglasville, and the surrounding areas.

Pest Control Experts Offer Tips to Avoid Winter Infestation

2012-01-04T00:00:00.05Z

Fayetteville, GA – Winter is officially here, and as the temperatures outside start to dip, the warmer climate inside a house starts to look tempting to insects and pests. There are some precautionary measures to take to avoid an infestation this winter. The local pest control company Burroughs Pest Control has a few tips for homeowners hoping to keep insects and critters outside where they belong this season.

Termites, ants, bees, mice and many more types of pests are now looking to get out of the cold and find food, and they will be targeting homes. There are a few simple ways to keep these pests from becoming a problem, though. When it comes to insects, be sure not to unintentionally provide them with a small buffet.

“Eliminate all food sources, including spilled food and beverages, exposed garbage, and pet food,” recommends Good Housekeeping.

Homeowners should also bag or refrigerate ripened fruit, as this attracts insets. And make sure to seal any cracks and openings to prevent mice and small animals from getting inside the house. To avoid moths or beetles, keep clothing clean and in garment bags, if it’s going to be stored for a prolonged amount of time, and put foods such as flour, grain, pasta and dry cereal into thick, sealed containers. Pests like spiders and centipedes feed on small insects that live on dust, according to Good Housekeeping, so dust and vacuum regularly to keep their populations down.

To avoid a termite infestation, store firewood and scrap wood at least 20 feet from the home and seal all cracks in the house. The National Pest Management Association also suggests preventing water accumulation near a home’s foundation using functioning downspouts and gutters. Encapsulating a crawl space to reduce humidity will also help prevent termites. If a pest infestation does occur, though, it is important to hire a specially trained professional pest control company that will get rid of the pests.

Burroughs Pest Control has been offering homeowners, businesses, realtors, and investors safe, reliable, and dependable pest control services in Atlanta, GA since 1996. These services include complete termite control, pest control, rodent control, moisture management, and crawl space maintenance. For more information or to get a free estimate, visit www.atlanta-pestcontrol.com.

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2011-12-15T00:00:00.05Z

A BBB-Accredited Business Since 2009

When looking for a trustworthy and reliable contractor, the Better Business Bureau is a good place to start. They provide an unbiased view of a company based on their performance and how their customers view them. The site gives a transparent look into any complaints made against a company or any legal trouble a business has gotten into. Burroughs Pest Control has an A+ rating with the BBB – something that only the best and most professional contractors can achieve.

The BBB has determined that Burroughs Pest Control meets their strict list of accreditation standards. Among the requirements in this list, businesses must be honest, transparent, and responsive regarding customer satisfaction. A company needs to “embody integrity” and maintain a positive track record in the marketplace in order to achieve such a high rating. It must also honor promises and respect the privacy of its customers.

The factors that have given Burroughs a high rating include the length of time the business has been operating, as well as the fact that no complaints against Burroughs have been filed with the BBB.

Burroughs Pest Control has been providing dependable pest control service since 1996. Their services include complete termite control, pest control, rodent control, moisture management, crawlspace maintenance, and bed bug extermination in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding area.

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Fight Termite Infestation in Geogia

2011-12-15T00:00:00.05Z

Let Us Help You Fight Termites

A termite infestation means big trouble for a home. It can result in severe damage to a building that can cost thousands of dollars. Termites can work their way through nearly any type of building material - even concrete slabs. They feed on a variety of materials in the home such as wood, paper, books, drywall, leather, cellulose insulation, cardboard, and even animal fur.

There are a number of ways that termites can enter a building. According to Professional Builder magazine, they can get in through joints, pipe penetrations, bath traps, or even just crawling up siding on the outside of the house. You must keep the slab viewable from the outside by leaving 6 to 8 inches exposed at the bottom for inspections and to discourage termite infestation.

Subterranean termites are by far the most destructive species and live in colonies with up to 2 million termites in them. They can collapse a building entirely, meaning possible financial ruin for a homeowner. The hard, saw-toothed jaws of termites work like shears and are able to bite off extremely small fragments of wood, one piece at a time.

BusinessWorld reports that termites live in a central colony or nest from which they gather wood to eat. Termite workers strip and partially digest the wood before returning to the nest to feed millions of other termites in the colony. Attacking in large numbers, they can feed to the point of leaving only a thin veneer on the wood.

This can mean a seriously large repair bill for homeowners in Georgia. If you’re dealing with a termite infestation in Carrollton, GA or surrounding areas, contact Burroughs Pest Control today.

Bed Bug Infestation Hits A Georgia University and Local Homes

2010-10-08T00:00:00.05Z

Fayetteville, GA - Georgia just might be joining the ranks of New York and Ohio who have already declared this as the worst bed bug infestation in nearly 70 years. The bed bugs have infiltrated Reinhardt University and many local homes. With the expertise of Burroughs Pest Control, Inc. bed bugs will be put to rest.

A freshman dormitory at local Reinhardt University is undergoing scrupulous cleansing after a recent bed bug infestation left students up in arms-- itchy arms that is. Other local homeowners have also been losing sleep over bed bug infestations of their own.

Bed bugs are small brown insects with a flat quarter inch sized body. They feed off of blood and tend to seclude themselves in crevices, seams and within couches or clothing. They typically live for 18 months. If a bed bug wants to feed, it injects a fluid into its host, which can cause itching and inflammation. The bed bugs are not known to be poisonous as much as annoying and uncomfortable.

To counter this local influx of bed bugs, Burroughs Pest Control in Fayetteville, GA is dedicating itself to assisting those battling the bed bugs. For more pest control resources and crawl space repair information, please contact Burroughs today! What if pest control in Atlanta weren't difficult to find? Burroughs makes it easy, contact them today.

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