Back in the “good old days”, around the year 2005, home prices were escalating very rapidly. Home buyers had to make almost instant decisions on whether or not to buy a particular home, because if they hesitated for even a […]
Archives for March 2011
Two Brothers Awarded 400K In Lead Paint Case!
Two young boys were awarded $400,000 for damages suffered after they ingested lead based paint. Their mother claimed that her two sons were sickened by lead based paint that had peeled or chipped off the walls and windows in […]
$171K Worth Of Chile Peppers Destroyed!
A company was ordered to destroy $171,000 worth of red chili, no later than March 17, 2011. Federal authorities said it was contaminated by rodent droppings, urine, insect larvae and roaches. The company will pay for destroying the produce under […]
Rave Review!
My first observation of “Termite” Terry’s was with their work on my neighbor’s house. So impressed by their teamwork, I made a mental note that when I needed help they would be my choice. What impressed me was the way […]
Spider Attack Causes 65,000 Cars To Be Recalled!
Just when you think you’ve heard it all, some new problem comes along. Can you actually believe your ears when I tell you that some spiders like the smell of gasoline? These “gasoline loving” spiders are attacking the fuel systems […]
The President’s Economic Stimulus Plan Succeeds!
Some are saying that our nation’s economy is improving and President “Termite” Terry would like to thank everyone for helping to make his economic stimulus plan a huge success. Gail Rogers of Rancho Santa Margarita referred us to Marc […]
April Is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April has been designated as National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. In 2011, the campaign will focus on getting everyone to speak up so that we can help prevent sexual violence in our cities, workplaces and schools. They are going […]
March 2011 Pest Control Newsletter
Rave Reviews!
Thank you for the excellent termite inspection in Woodbridge, Irvine, CA on 1/19/11. Your timely arrival and attention paid to wearing booties when entering my home to inspect the attic was greatly appreciated. I was impressed with the thoroughness of […]
Pesticide Usage Declines In California For The Fourth Consecutive Year!
Pesticide usage dropped in California for the fourth consecutive year in 2009, says Mary-Ann Warmerdam of the Department of Pesticide Regulation. Approximately 156 million pounds of pesticides were reported to have been applied statewide. That is a decrease of […]
An Absurd Termite Inspection
We were recently asked to do a termite inspection on a rental property. The owner had seen some termite evidence and now that the property was vacant, thought it would be a great time to take care of it before […]
Entomologist Help Police To Solve A Cold Case
The police, in San Antonio Texas, arrested a murder suspect in a case that dates back to early 2005. The suspect was charged with killing an elderly man and his son in February 2005. The suspect was initially […]