Your neighborhood pest professional proudly serving Lexington, Nicholasville, Versailles, Georgetown, Richmond, and Winchester
Pests, especially wood destroying organisms like termites, cause billions of dollars in damage every year, and the damage is generally not covered by your homeowners’ insurance. The best way to prevent an infestation in your home is to have a pest home inspection. The professionals at IPM Pest and Termite have been performing pest inspections for 20 years, and we would love to help you prevent or treat a pest infestation.
Termites can travel more than 100 yards from their colony. This means that if a neighbor has termites, it’s probable you have them, too. Subterranean termites live underground in tunnels, and even a small colony can eat up to five grams of wood per day. Drywood termites take up residence in whatever structure they are eating and often go undetected until tunnels or cracks show in walls. Breathing in termite excrement can also worsen asthma symptoms.
Many sites give tips on how to perform pest inspections, but that is not advisable. Because the warning signs can vary significantly, a DIY inspection could result in a termite problem worsening. Professional pest inspectors are licensed and trained to look for things the average homeowner is not. For example, a professional can tell the difference between mounds of dirt created by earthworms in the soil and piles of chewed wood scraps left behind by termites.
The inspector will need access to key areas such as under your sink, garage, attic, and crawl space if applicable. The average pest home inspection takes between 1.5 and 2 hours. The key areas mentioned will be inspected as well as the base of your home to search for any cracks or gaps where termites can enter. Your inspector will provide you with his or her findings and suggestions for extermination, if necessary.
If you notice any of the following in or around your home, it’s time to call IPM Pest and Termite:
If your pest home inspection by IPM Pest and Termite determines your home does not have a pest infestation, there are steps you can take to prevent one in the future.
Whether you have noticed evidence of termites or other pests or want to prevent a problem from occurring, IPM Pest and Termite is here to help. We pride ourselves on quality service and community involvement. We are a QualityPro credentialed pest management company and are always working to become more knowledgeable and efficient at what we do. Give us a call at (859) 340-1403 or request a quote on our website. We are located in Lexington, KY, and are pleased to serve the surrounding area of Nicholasville, Versailles, Georgetown, Richmond, and Winchester. Our services are also available in the following neighborhoods: Pinnacle, Waterford, Cumberland Hills, Copperfield, Palomar, Masterson Station, Equestrian Woods, and Firebrook.
2456 Fortune Drive, Suite 170, Lexington, KY 40509 USA
Main: (859) 340-1403
President/Operator: Matt Schaffer