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Cockroaches

Damage:

Cockroaches spread human disease by depositing disease organisms on food and utensils. The American cockroach, which comes into contact with human excrement in sewers or with pet droppings, may transmit bacteria that cause Salmonella and Shigella. German cockroaches are believed to be capable of transmitting disease-causing organisms such as Staphylococcus, hepatitis, and coliform bacteria. They also have been implicated in the spread of typhoid and dysentery.

Recent studies have found a strong association between the presence of cockroaches and increases in the severity of asthma symptoms in individuals who are sensitive to cockroach allergens.

Detection & Treatment:

Cockroach Identification

Cockroaches may become pests in homes, restaurants, hospitals, warehouses, offices, and virtually any structure that has food preparation or storage areas. These pests are common even in the cleanest of crowded urban areas and older dwellings. It’s usually not difficult to discover an infestation, because they are often visible. Treatment usually involves sealing cracks and crevices to block entrance; keeping food and trash areas clean to avoid providing food; and the professional application of insecticide and bait on a regular basis.

Ants

Damage:

Ant Identification

Ants cause various types of damage, depending upon the variety. Carpenter ants tunnel through wood, destroying structures. Pharaoh ants may transmit serious diseases. A fire ant’s sting is potentially deadly to susceptible individuals, and all ants contaminate the food they infest.

The Argentine Ant is the most common ant that invades homes and businesses. They are attracted to and will feed on both sweets and oils. They have the ability to nest in many areas inside or outside of buildings. Treatments will vary depending on the situation at your property.

Detection & Treatment:

Ants build massive colonies, so their presence is generally detected when you see their nests, or the ants themselves. Treatments involve baiting, insecticide, and sealing off entry to buildings.

Chris Trina, President states "Over 100,000 homes in California have been successfully treated with the XT-2000 orange oil system over the years and X-Terminate Tampa is proud and honored to bring this proven EPA registered, non-toxic eco-friendly product to Florida for dry-wood termite eradication."

We Treat Your Home Right

We use a precise, comprehensive drill and treat method.

If you’ve ever removed a nail from your wall and patched the hole, you have an idea of the drill and treat method. First, we drill a series of holes in infested walls. Then, we inject XT-2000 Orange Oil into the holes, where it spreads throughout the wood beams, killing termites and termite eggs … on contact. When applied correctly, there’s no escape for termites.

Once the holes are patched and painted, you’d never know the technician was there. Only the sweet smell of oranges remains.

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