As we mention elsewhere on our website, at Knockout Pest Control & Termite, we offer both one-time pest control services and regularly scheduled services. We wanted to go into more detail about some of the pest control services we offer so you can determine which type of service is right for your Temecula home or commercial space. [Read more…]
Termites are active year round, causing costly damage to wood structures in Temecula. However, most of the year, termites are virtually unseen—doing their work behind the scenes. But, in spring, the subterranean termites that are local to Temecula make a brief appearance, giving Temecula homeowners the opportunity to spot an infestation that they may not be able to see during the rest of the year. [Read more…]
Orange oil has been the “go-to” natural termite treatment in Temecula for many years. However, it has become increasingly popular in recent years, as more and more Temecula residents are looking for a “green” termite treatment.
Orange oil is an extract from orange peels. Technical-grade orange oil, which is what is used in termite treatment, is produced through a steam distillation process (as opposed to the cold pressed process used to produce food-grade orange oil). Orange oil is very low in toxicity, but can cause irritation to the eyes and skin through prolonged contact. Orange oil is found in many household cleaners, because it is also an excellent natural solvent and degreaser. [Read more…]
A question we often get at Knockout Pest Control is this: “Do you use safe methods for removing termites?” We get it—we are dealing with your home or place of business and no one wants to breathe in bunch of harmful chemicals. We use several different methods for termite removal for our Temecula and Murrieta customers, all of which are safe and effective.
For customers with limited infestations, we are able to offer heat treatment for the elimination of termites. This involves no use of chemicals whatsoever. With heat treatment, we bring the interior temperature of the wood to about 135 degrees and keep it there for an hour. This is a very effective way to eliminate termites, while allowing you to stay in your home and keeping it free from any chemicals. [Read more…]