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Beware!

More than 365,000 homes in the US are involved in a fire each year. More than 600,000 US homes suffer termite damage totaling over $1.5 billion annually. This is more than the damage caused by all fires, storms and earthquakes combined. More than 2 million homes require termite treatment each year. Homeowners insurance can help recover losses from fire, floods and earthquakes, but it is almost impossible to get insurance against termites.

Finding out your home has termites scares most homeowners. You typically cannot see them, you can't hear them and frequently only a trained inspector can find signs of infestation. Treatment by the homeowner for the control of termites is virtually impossible. Specialized equipment is used and the experts have the knowledge necessary for effective control.

About Termites!

Termites feed on cellulose, a complex chemical in plant cell walls, and they are very important in the natural decomposition of fallen trees, leaves and other plant products. Subterranean termites build their colonies in the soil or in trees or poles, and they rely mainly on the soil for moisture.

Signs of termite infestation!

Possible signs of a termite infestation may include:

• Pencil-sized diameter, or larger, mud tubes running across bare concrete or masonry between the soil and any wooden part of a building.
   

• Thin, small, papery wings, all the same size and shape, 3/8 - 1/2 in. long, on your window will, counter top or floor (especially if they are support structures) begin to "sag" unexpectedly.

What we do!

A thorough and careful inspection by one of our termite control specialists is the first and most important step in protecting your property. “Experienced” eyes can locate the specific areas in your structure where a termite attack is likely to occur. Special tools such as moisture meters, sound amplifiers or specially trained dogs may be used by some of our inspectors as a means of assessing the problem properly.

If a termite infestation is found, the specialist will design a treatment plan for your property that will control any current infestation and establish a chemical barrier around the structure to take care of future termite infestations. EPC will provide you with a detailed estimate of how we will rid your home of termites. Do not attempt to do it yourself. A professional is highly recommended and our guarantee can be transferred to a new property owner if the property is sold.