May 27, 2013 | Uncategorized
As some may have noticed, snakes are showing up everywhere. Why? Simple, the seasons are changing from cold to warm. Snakes are cold-blooded and require sun light for heat. This time of year also starts breeding season for snakes.Want to know more about these slithery creatures?
Habitat: Snakes are found in areas of heavy foliage where they hide and may attract rodents for food. They look for areas of sunlight early to help replenish heat lost during the night (driveways,street,patio,etc.). As the day heats up, look for snakes to seek shade and water (under decks,shrubs,creeks,ponds,etc.).
Most snakes are not venomous, but my best advice would be to leave them alone. Try and understand why he wants to be there. Does your property consist of any of the things mentioned above? If yes, try altering as much as possible to the property.
Treatments: There are monthly treating options during peak months. This is used with a liquid product that upsets the sharp senses in a snake when tasting the air when moving. When you call our wildlife control team, we will inspect your property and discuss habitat alteration as well.
Call us with any questions you may have regarding snakes and their habitats.
Sean Gilbert
Wildlife Manager
[email protected]
May 24, 2013 | Uncategorized
Northwest Exterminating is proud to announce that we have been selected, once again, as one of the Top Workplaces in Atlanta by The AJC! We were ranked #7 in the midsize company category! This is an honor that we are pleased to accept!! Our employees are the driving force behind the success of this company and our customer’s satisfaction.
More than 1,000 companies were nominated for Top Workplaces recognition. Workplace Dynamics, a partner with The AJC, then sent out surveys to employees at the nominated companies. Based off of those survey results, the top companies were selected.
To view our page, click here.
We were also selected in 2011 as one of the Top Workplaces!
May 17, 2013 | Uncategorized
Take Back Your Yard!Don’t let mosquitoes suck the fun out of your Summer!
HABITS
- Breed in stagnant water such as ponds, marshes, drainage ditches, etc.
- Can be found in almost every type of landscape on Earth except deserts and the Arctic.
- Bite most often at dusk and dawn.
THREATS
OTHER PESTS TO LOOK OUT FOR:
PREVENTION
- Eliminate areas of standing water around the home such as flower pots, bird baths, etc. Mosquitoes only need about one half inch of water to breed.
- Avoid outdoor activities between dusk and dawn.
- Wear long pants and sleeves when outdoors whenever possible.
- Use an insect repellant that contains DEET.
- Call Northwest Exterminating for a professional inspection and treatment plan for breeding sites.
Enjoy your yard this Spring and Summer. Call Northwest Exterminating for more information on our Green Mosquito Program!
May 15, 2013 | Uncategorized
We’ve gotten a lot of questions and phone calls regarding the ladybug larva. So here’s a quick run down for those of you that are experiencing ladybug larva around your property.
Ladybug Life Cycle
The female ladybug will lay her eggs on the undersides of leaves where there is a lot of food (aphids). The eggs will hatch three to five days later.
When you think about what a baby ladybug might look like, you probably think of a small cute version of the adult, right? Well, lets just say that a baby ladybug (larva) lives up to the saying “A face only a mother could love”. Baby ladybugs (ladybug larvae) are long and black with orange markings on its back, a little spikey looking and some say that they resemble alligators, but a whole lot smaller of course! I don’t see that but you can let your imagination go…
Baby ladybug
For more information on ladybugs or ladybug larva, call the experts at www.callnorthwest.com.
Adam Vannest
Director of Pest Services
Northwest Exterminating
May 10, 2013 | Uncategorized
Q: Is a Termite Letter Required to Sell A Home?
A: Technically, according to the Purchase and Sale Agreement, the termite letter is not required. However, it does depend on several other factors:
- Does the lender require it? (VA, FHA, etc. Some lenders do.)
- Based on the F13, “Protect Yourself When Buying A Home”, it is recommended that a termite inspection be performed. This is referred to in the F-20 or Purchase and Sale agreement.
- Under the Due Diligence Period, in the F20, it is the buyers responsibility for any and all inspections.
As a Realtor or home seller, a termite letter gives you a marketing advantage! The warranty for the initial termite inspection is transferable to the homebuyer with the first year free!
For more questions, contact our Realtor Relations Team. This team is dedicated to the needs of Realtors. If you are interested in obtaining a clearance letter CLICK HERE.
