As always there are exciting developments in the works at Do My Own Pest Control. com. Many of our products now feature super cool, professional quality how-to videos for your information and convenience. Now these may not be the next big box-office hit, but we think you will find that learning how to do your own pest control has never been more effortless or more fun.
In time we hope to incorporate more videos to help your experience with do it yourself pest control go more smoothly, but for now you can browse our beginning collection of videos on our You Tube Channel.
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Dominion 2L (buy now) is an excellent low cost alternative to Termidor SC for professional and effective termite control. It does basically the same thing as Termidor but has the added bonus of saving you money.
Dominion 2L targets subterranean termites. It can be sprayed directly on live termites using a Chapin Premier 2 Gallon Sprayer. It can also be applied into earth and soil surrounding your home to prevent future termite infestations.
Dominion 2L Eliminates the Entire Colony!
Dominion 2L is a non-repellent termiticide. This means that termites cannot detect its presence so they will not try to avoid it but instead crawl right through it. The poison then spreads throughout the colony by sharing food and touch, eventually eliminating the entire colony.
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The majority of our rodent control products (excluding poisons) pretty much come in two sizes: small for mice and large for rats. The difference in size is because mice are small and rats are large.
Phew, that was complicated… everyone still with me?
You might be rolling your eyes right now but on occasion we hear from customers who know they have some kind of furry little rodents but have no idea whether mice or rats. If you are one who shrugs your shoulders, here is a little help to save you the embarrassment of having to ask your neighbor which rodent you’ve got.
House Mouse
-Very small – 0nly 3 inches long and 1/2 an ounce!
-Usually gray in color, though some may be darker.
-Prefers seeds, grains, cereals and sweets but will eat almost anything.
-Nests in wall voids or untouched clutter.
-Stays close to its nest and travels along walls.
Roof Rat
- Can grow up to 10 – 12 inches and weigh 6 -9 ounces.
- Has large and hairless ears, slender body, and a tail longer than body.
- Varies in color from gray to brown to black
- Called ‘roof rats’ because they often travel over trees and power lines.
- Nests in attics, wall voids, or trees; travels up to 50 feet from nest.
- Prefer fruit but will eat almost anything.
- Found mainly along the west coast and southeastern states.
Norway Rat
- Can grow up to 13 to 18 inches in length, weighing 10 to 16 ounces.
- Color varies from reddish-brown, to gray or black.
- Has a short tail, small ears, and a fat, round body.
- Young Norway rats can look a lot like mice.
- Typically nest in burrows.
- Not frequently found in homes because of their large size.
- Powerful teeth gnaw through electric cables, wood, pipes, and other objects.
- Found in rural and urban areas.
Mouse vs Rat Droppings
You can also identify rodents by their droppings quite effectively. Mouse droppings are only about 1/4 inch in length while rat droppings may be up to three times that size.
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If you are currently one of the thousands upon thousands of lucky homeowners dealing with minor or major rodent problems, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself some common myths about rats and mice. Understanding the facts can aid you in putting together a more complete and effective rodent control program.
Is cheese really the best mouse bait?
Are dogs and cats an effective solution for rodent control?
Find out the truth regarding these and other common rodent myths by reading our article: Myths About Rodents.
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As termite season approaches it is crucial that homeowners be on the lookout for signs of termite activity, particularly if they have experienced termite infestation in the past. Unfortunately it is not uncommon for homeowners to mistake a few stray termites out in the open for winged ants and to then go about the wrong control program all together. I do not want you to make this dangerous mistake! If you do not already know the difference, please refer to the picture diagram above and there is also a great article right here on the difference between ants and termites.
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Termidor SC (buy now) is a professional and powerful termiticide that has for years been the industry standard in termite control. Termidor provides both present and future home protection. When applied correctly Termidor eliminates almost any termite infestation in 90 days or less. When applied as a barrier treatment Termidor protects your home or business for 10 years or more.
How does it work? When termites come in contact with Termidor they carry it with them on their bodies back to the colony. The poison is then spread througout the colony by either contact or ingestion until the entire colony is destroyed.
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Termite season will officially gear up when swarming begins in late February and early March, but now is the time to begin thinking about and forming a game plan for protecting your home from termite damage.
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It should not be difficult to understand how do it yourself termite control can save you hundreds to thousands of dollars over hiring a professional company. It is also not difficult to understand why many homeowners shy away from doing their own termite inspections, termite baiting systems, and termite treatments. We know that all of these things can seem more than a little overwhelming!
Fortunately Do My Own Pest Control.com is a company dedicated first and foremost to ensuring that the customer has a positive experience with the entire do it yourself pest control process; from speaking to a consultant over the phone, to choosing the right products, to understanding how to use those products effectively. Our team of friendly, professional pest control experts are here to assist you every step of the way.
To help you get started saving big money on termite control DMOPC has put together a Termite Control homepage where you can view the top professional termite control products including product information and real customer reviews. Scroll to the bottom of the page and you will also find a list of very helpful do it yourself termite control articles to point you in the right direction.
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No, he’s not going to ask for a glass of milk. That was the mouse who ate the cookie! But he might lick his lips and whimper a bit before asking for some doggy Pepto Bismol.
We frequently get calls from customers looking for a rodent bait that is strong enough to kill mice and rats and yet safe enough to use around their pets. Dogs especially love to sniff out and eat foreign objects so it is important not only choose the most pet-safe bait available, but also to ALWAYS use a tamper-resistant bait station.
Hands down, the safest bait you can use in areas where beloved pets and/or small, curious children are present is Contrac Blox. While no rodent bait can be considered 100% pet-safe, Contrac is “LESS toxic to non-target animals in both primary and secondary poisoning situations than most other single-feeding baits.”
What exactly does that mean? Well it means that Contrac can definitely make your dog sick if he ingests it but the good news is that the animal would have to eat a super large amount to cause significant damage and every veterinarian has the antidote (Vitamin K) for Contrac poisoning readily available.
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Ditrac All-Weather Blox are proven to have unparallelled acceptance and control in both wet and dry environments, indoors and outdoors. Ditrac (buy now) is especially great baiting choice for rodent control in damp or moist environments where other baits might easily corrode and become ineffective. Such places include sewers, riverbanks, irrigation ditches, around garbage dumps, or regions where it rains frequently.
Ditrac Blox have multiple rough edges which really appeal to a rodent’s desire to gnaw and are made from food-grade ingredients for optimum palatability. Each block has a hole in the center so that it can easily be secured in a rodent bait station or nailed or wired in place.
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