F.A.Q.

Termites have been found in buildings as early as four days after construction. Every building fabricated wholly or partly of wood is susceptible to termite infestation.

Entomologists have identified over 2,300 species worldwide, 45 of which exist in the United States. Generally, homeowners only need to worry about two types: Subterranean and Dry wood termites. Each must be dealt with separately.

There are many other insects that can feed on the wood in your home. Powder-post beetles, second only to termites, can do extensive damage to your home before their presence is even recognized. Adult powder-post beetles lay eggs in the wood which hatch into whitish, worm-like larvae that destroy wood for months, or even years. Theses larvae leave behind trails of destruction-long tunnels packed with powder-like particles of partially digested wood. As these larvae mature, they will mate, leaving the wood surface perforated with small, round “shot holes.”

It is important to know the difference between termites and flying ants because a different method of pest control is used for each. Winged termites are usually only about 1/8″ in length and have straight antennae and no “waistline.”

Ants are often several times larger and have elbowed antennae, three distinct body sections and very slim waists. Their front wings are much longer than the back ones.

Termites eat wood. In their natural state, they eat fallen logs and stumps off the forest floor. But on your property, they can eat away the equity you have built up in your home and property. Termites infest millions of homes nationwide, causing over $750 million in damage annually, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.

Subterranean termites are native to every state except Alaska. A colony may include up to several million individual termites, living as deep as 20 feet underground. They are dispersed throughout the soil at feeding sites around your home. Feeding on cellulose-based material, termites find human dwellings offer the ideal combination of warmth, moisture and food.

Only a trained professional understands the intricacies of how a termite colony behaves. Del Valle Pest Control professionals are trained to effectively protect your housing investment for years to come.

While much termite damage is hidden, Del Valle Pest Control professionals are keenly trained to spot even the deepest problem.

Our professionals will first create an invisible barrier between your home and the termites, blocking them from your house. First, we will thoroughly inspect your home. We will then provide an analysis of your home and property. After our analysis, our experts will determine the most effective method at killing and repelling the termites. Finally, we will apply the proper materials to effectively keep your home and property termite free.

Methods vary with each house depending on the type of foundation or basement, construction materials, number and type of porches, patios, chimneys, etc. By digging narrow trenches along walls and drilling through horizontal surfaces and into voids, materials can be applied where they will kill termites that have invaded your home and block the termite’s re-entry.

Safety is our top priority. All of our services are safe for the environment, your family and pets.
Our pest control technicians are highly qualified and are trained on the proper application of materials to ensure safety.
All professional pest control products we use are registered for use by the United States EPA.
Del Valle Pest Control offers Pest Control Services with the use of eco-friendly products that are certified safe for the environment, humans, and pets.

The common pest types found attacking commercial and residential properties in the Rio Grande Valley are ants, bees, cockroaches, fleas, mosquitoes, moths, rodents (like mice and rats), spiders, and termites.

Keeping a clean house does not attract pest. Pest only comes inside your home when they find there outside environment to be less hospitable. So, a clean home is not also safe from the pest.

Most pests are only found inside whenever their outside environ turns out to be less hospitable. Such outside conditions may threaten their very own survival. They seek food, refuge, and nesting materials, which are abundant on the inside (your property).

Pests infestations may be noticed instantly, but are more likely few pieces of evidence are left at some point. Some clues to help identify pest infestation include cockroach nests in secluded areas, droppings, holes and wood shaving.

Del Valle Pest Control Services is more than happy to you in eliminating any pest infestation. We care about our clients, so we want to help you take care of any pest infestation issues at a reasonable rate.

Yes, you do. No one should suffer living with the stress and threat from harboring pests. Pest control specialists are trained to return you to comfort. They employ the very best approach to solving any pest related problems with clients having to break the bank.