Your walls and floors look pretty solid and sturdy to the naked eye. So why bother getting an annual termite inspection? The problem with termites is that they are sneaky pests. Unlike with mosquitoes or gnats, homeowners do not often find swarms of termites until a termite infestation is full fledged; rather, termites are quiet, […]

With fall right around the corner, many people think pest control season is behind them. Unfortunately, as temperatures cool, bugs and rodents are often more determined than ever to locate hidden nooks and crannies to get inside your home. Thus, as fall begins to approach, there are several key preparations to make for proper fall pest control. Check out some of our top tips

We’ve all been there: Guests are in town. Your home has been cleaned to perfection. Every bathroom smells of lemon and every sink is sparkling. The blinds have been wiped and the baseboards have been dusted. As your cherished guests walk through the door exchanging hugs and pleasantries, you catch a glimpse of movement out […]

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It is imperative to keep termites away from your most expensive investment – your home. To help, Palmetto Exterminators offers termite protection and an annual inspection. According to the National Pest Management Association, termites cause approximately $5 billion in property damage annually and more than 52% of Americans have never had their home inspected. Unfortunately, […]

Formosan Termite swarm season is quickly approaching in the Lowcountry.

Pest control is a never-ending battle. Spiders, carpenter ants, fire ants, roaches, rats, mice, silverfish, wasps, millipedes, centipedes, earwigs, pillbugs and sowbugs can reappear in your home after a single treatment.

The days are longer. The nights are warmer. And the pests are bolder! Preparing your backyard now before pest season will help keep the buzzing at bay.

To the untrained eye the differences between ants and termites are small. However, the impact to your home is quite a big deal.

Termite swarmers are a natural occurrence that takes place annually. Learn how to properly identify termite swarmers and possible termite activity in and around your home.