Category Archives: Seasonal Pests

Different critters and crawlers will haunt you at different times of year. Be sure to know what to look for when, and let First Choice Termite and Pest Control take care of the rest!

What’s Red, Black and Eats your plants? Boxelder Bugs

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Cameron

If the leaves on your plants and trees seem to be eaten by an insect, take a look at the Boxelder Bug.  This bug is usually more of a nuisance than a danger.  The worst part of Boxelder Bugs is … Continue reading →

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Other Wood Destroying Insects

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Cameron

Have you seen a CL-100 report?  Did you notice that the report ask about active termites and “other” wood destroying insects?  Do you know what some of the “other” wood destroying insects may be?  How about Powder Post Beetles?  If … Continue reading →

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Mud or Shelter Tubes, could be damaging termites found in barn just outside Simpsonville, SC

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Cameron

Got a call from a farmer who found what he thought may be termites.  Drove to a small community called Princeton, which is outside the town of Ware Shoals, SC, to positively identify the pest.  Enjoyed a beautiful drive through … Continue reading →

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Slithering, Scary, Snakes

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Cameron

Spring and Summer seem to bring beautiful weather and along with that some creepy creatures that like to slither around your home.  Some basic steps to controlling snakes in your yard. 1)Spruce up the lawn-cut down on the clutter, get … Continue reading →

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Mountain or Molehill

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Cameron

You pick, mountain or molehill?  When walking in your back yard, you may notice holes, valleys, mountain or hills. . all which could be the sign of lurking critters called moles.  If you’ve spent time working in your yard and … Continue reading →

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Pesky Termites!

Posted on April 6, 2011 by writer

  Spring is here, and the termites are out in full force!  These nasty little pests can create terrible damage to your home, and you don’t want to wait too long to get treatment, or it might be too late. … Continue reading →

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