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5 star workmanship and customer service. I haven’t had termites in years since first calling Varsity for my termite inspection and treatment. Their termite prevention package has made my life worry free!
-Elizabeth L. in Gilbert, AZ
Termites Infesting or Do You Have an Ant Problem?
It is difficult to tell the difference between a swarm of carpenter ants and a swarm of termites. Termites have a rectangular body without any constriction. The termite’s antennae’s are straight and beaded. If you take a closer look then you can find that the termite has four wings of equal size and shape. Their wings fall off easily and you can find a lot of them near any termite nesting site. Their wings are longer than their body too. Ant …
A termite infestation is a really huge serious problem for any Arizona homeowner, and it usually isn't something that will just go away without some kind of treatment. There are four main subgroups of termites that is located in Arizona, the most common are the desert termites. These termites can be found around cactus and any other desert plants, and while they do not often invade homes they can still do a lot of other damage when they do.
Treat Arizona Termites Now to Prevent Damage Later
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Scorpions have a reputation of being more dangerous than many other insects or arachnids, with about 50 species having stings that are deadly to humans. However, it can be difficult to tell the difference between a scorpion sting and a bite or sting from other insects. It is entirely possible to be stung by a scorpion and not realize it. Fortunately, most scorpion stings are more painful than dangerous, especially if they are treated quickly.
Arizona Scorpion Sting Symptoms
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How To Prevent Termites
When thinking of what to worry about in their house, many people overlook protecting against pests—termites, in particular. A termite infestation can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage, so it is best to take preventative measures before that can happen! There are a few ways in which you can prevent termites from getting into your home sooner, rather than later.
Regular Inspections
The first, and possibly most important, way to prevent termites from infe …
Termites are very destructive creatures. They cause billions of dollars of damage every year in the United States. They are able to sustain themselves on the wood of our homes and landscaping in our Scottsdale yards due to the temperate climate. Termites live in colonies like ants and some bees and wasps. They divide the labor of caring for the young and protecting the colony among castes which is what helps determine the lifespan of each termite. We here at Varsity Termite and Pest Co …
If you lived areas of Arizona for a long time, you might know the pain associated with a scorpion sting! So, what do you do if you get stung? How do you even know if you got stung? There are actually several ways that you can identify, and treat, scorpion stings.
First of all, how do you know if you’ve been stung by a scorpion? It might be hard to tell a scorpion sting from something else, like a bee sting. There are a few ways in which you can distinguish that you’ve been stung by a scor …
Every year termites cause millions of dollars of damage to Phoenix homes. This is primarily in part to the great climate we have here in Arizona. Not only is it warm but we have plenty of dry vegetation and older home construction that they can munch on. With all this yummy food readily available for these little critters it is essential that homeowners know what to look for to detect their presence before they become a nuisance.
Identify Your Enemy: IS IT THE PHOENIX TERMITE?
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There are 4 main types of destructive termites that termite companies must treat for in Mesa, AZ. They are Desert Subterranean termites, Western dry wood termites, Arid-land subterranean termites, and Desert dampwood termites. But for our termite company in Mesa we find that we treat the most for the desert subterranean termite.
What is the most common termite in Mesa, AZ?
Desert Subterranean termites are the most common of these terrible little creatures that our termite company in Me …
Phoenix is commonly known for having only three seasons: cool (Winter), perfect(Fall and Spring), and unbearably hot (Summer). This one of a kind climate makes Phoenix one of the premier destinations for Snowbirds who want to escape the frigid winters in the midwest and, unfortunately, for thriving termite colonies as well.
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Does Cold Weather Keep Termites From Multiplying?
The answer to thi …
About Scorpions
Scorpions belong to the family of ticks, mites, and spiders. As you might guess, they have some characteristics of those other family members. One trait that reminds us of another arachnid comes during the mating process. The female scorpion entices the male, goes through the process of copulation, and after she gets what she wants, gives him the boot. That is the nicest thing that he can expect. If she isn't feeling charitable, she will kill and eat him.
Scorpion Offspring a …
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5 star workmanship and customer service. I haven’t had termites in years since first calling Varsity for my termite inspection and treatment. Their termite prevention package has made my life worry free!
-Elizabeth L. in Gilbert, AZ
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-Monica S. in Mesa, AZ
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