For New York homeowners dealing with summer pests, it’s easy to mistake flying ants and flying termites for one another. While each of these insects looks similar and even shares…
Termite season in New York may peak in the spring, but these destructive pests are a year-round concern for homeowners, destroying wood 24 hours of the day, 365 days of…
We recently covered the most common signs of termite damage, and this week, we’re following up with specific information on the top 6 places you may find termite damage in…
Summers in the Northeast are known for two things–heat and humidity! Since termites are drawn to warm and humid environments, it is no wonder why they can become a problem for homeowners during this time of the year. Below are some proactive steps you can take to avoid a termite infestation altogether. Check The Foundation…
Termite damage is something that is never listed on a home buyer’s wish list. Nonetheless, there are people who buy homes with termite damage. Below are some things to keep in mind if your new home has termite damage. Have Repairs Completed You must hire a professional to repair the existing termite damage once you…
For 40 years families in the New York Metro area have been relying on Knockout Pest Control to keep their home free from pests. The same level of expertise and professionalism is used at your place of work. Our technicians have over 100 hours of training. They know how to quickly identify a problem and…
Commercial building managers: Don’t miss Arthur Katz’s latest article for the New York Real Estate Journal. The article “Termites do infest commercial buildings” talks about the misconception many people have when thinking about termites. These pests don’t just attack houses in the suburbs. Indeed, termites thrive in commercial buildings and infest the heart of N.Y.C.…
Long Island, the New York Metro suburbs and even New York City itself is host to three common wood damaging insects. With spring finally here, termites, carpenter ants and carpenter bees are gearing up to take you on. Termite Infestations in New York and Long Island Termites are the most expensive of wood damaging insects…
A big ant can be a big problem. Carpenter ants look like regular pavement ants, but are a super-sized version. Make no mistake; these big ants do more than spoil a picnic. Their small cousins, known as pavement ants or sugar ants are a small annoyance, but carpenter ants are a destructive and expensive pest.…
Long Island and New York termite season officially starts when these insects begin swarming, but don’t wait until you see clouds of termites taking wing. Take a few steps now while the ground is still frozen and the wind is still biting cold to ensure that termites don’t invade your home. Remove termite food by…