Termite Activity Increase This Spring

Termites in Spring

We are all patiently waiting for the warm weather to arrive, but are you ready for the termite swarms that are likely to come with it.

Once termites infest a home they aggressively chew through walls, floors, and carpeting. A termite colony will endlessly chew through wood all day and night. If a termite problem is left untreated termites can cause thousands of dollars in damage and even threaten the safety of a home. Hiring a Pest Professional is important when dealing with a dry-wood or subterranean termite infestation.

There are several proactive termite tips that recommended by the NPMA (The National Pest Management Association) to aid in preventing termite problems this spring in Murrieta area:

• Divert water away from your property Check that downspouts, and gutters are working properly.

• Keep firewood and lumber at least 12ft away from your home and off of the ground.

• Check around the home for rotted wood and termite evidence.

• Eliminate sources of moisture.

• If you spot any signs of termites call Black Knight Termite and Pest Control for a FREE quote.

Temecula’s Black Knight Termite is experienced in dry-wood, and subterranean termite infestations throughout San Diego and Riverside County. Homes that are more prone to termite infestations, like Carlsbad and Oceanside, will benefit from a Termite Contract though Black Knight Termite and Pest Control. A Termite Contract will provide annual termite inspections will termite treatment service when is necessary. Being preventative when it comes to termites is the best way to avoid costly damage to your home or business.

Spring Termite Treatment and Prevention fr Riverside and San Diego County.

Rainy Weather and Gopher Problems

Gophers and Rain

Gopher Control phone calls rise after a rain has hit Northern and Southern California. Temecula, Fallbrook, and the coast has seen a large amount of rainfall this month. The rain floods gophers homes forcing them out and in search of new, dry, housing, similar to other pests. Making this rainy January in Murrieta a popular time for gopher control service. 

Gophers are a nuisance for home and business owners. Creating mounds though out a property, and eating precious vegetation. One would hope they do not damage any irrigation systems underground, this is something that gophers are known for.

Gophers are a difficult pest to get rid of on your own.

Calling a professional in gopher control and defense is the best most effective option in gopher control, and prevention in the Temecula Valley.

Black Knight Pest Control has a designated Gopher Defense Team for residential, and commercial property. The Gopher Defense Team is well equipped with what is necessary in eliminating a gopher problem. Backed with a guarantee to rid your property of a gopher infestation. You must be persistent in gopher control and that is exactly what Black Knight Gopher Defense guarantees. We have a team of licensed, educated technicians, that stay on top of the specific gopher problem at hand for each property they service. Know that when you go with Black Knight Gopher Defense you have Pest Professionals closely monitoring, and treating each gopher problem till it’s gone for good.

Noticing Gopher Mounds

If you are noticing any mounds popping up around your property, or destruction to your garden, call a professional right away. Black Knight Gopher Defense can conduct a gopher inspection on the property for FREE. Get the full picture of what exactly is going on underground. Not only is gopher control for homeowners, but commercial, and agricultural properties as well. Temecula Valley is known for its popular array of wineries, many of which Black Knight services. Don’t leave gopher/mole mounds untreated, they could lead to costly damages, or worse, bodily injury.

Black Knight can help anyone with any type of pest related problem, gophers included.