The Sentricon Termite Colony Elimination System preserves our nation’s history by protecting many of our most precious national treasures. Caretakers of national andmarks can’t take chances with subterranean termites- a devastating insect that causes more than $5 billion in damage and repair costs each year. Active in every state but Alaska, a termite colony can number in millions, working unseen around the clock.
Caretakers of many historic treasures including Independence Hall, the Alamo, the Statue of Liberty, The White House and our very own President Andrew Jackson’s Home, the Hermitage trust the number 1 brand in termite protection – the Sentricon System. The Sentricon System offers proven colony elimination and less disruption than other termite treatments; and it’s environmentally responsible – using just grams of bait, instead of hundreds of gallons of chemicals. In fact, the Sentricon System is the only termite control product ever to receive the Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award presented by the Environmental Protection Agency.
The Alamo
In 2003, caretakers at the Alamo declared war on destructive subterranean termites after discovering termite damage on the Shrine Museum and other buildings on the grounds. Due to the age and historic status of these buildings, Alamo personnel did not want to drill and trench interior and exterior walls for a liquid chemical treatment. The less intrusive solution was the Sentricon System. Just four months after the Sentricon System was installed at the Shrine Museum, the termite colony was eliminated. The Sentricon System continues to act as the Alamo’s termite security system. This gives caretakers peace of mind that visitors will be able to enjoy the Alamo for many years to come.
The White House
Subterranean termites were discovered in the West Wing of the White House in February 1998, when termites swarmed just 30 feet from the Oval Office. The Sentricon system was installed later that year, complete with in ground stations strategically placed around the perimeter of the White House.Above ground stations were used inside the White House where the swarm was discovered. Termite fed on the bait placed inside and outside the White House and termite colony elimination was achieved. The termite infestation was even a part of a story line on NBC’s hit show “The West Wing” in March 2005. The Sentricon Stations will continue to be monitored to ensure that termite problems don’t recur.
The Hermitage
Since 2000, All-American Pest Control protects all 18 buildings on the grounds of President Andrew Jackson’s historic home, The Hermitage. Sentricon continues to locate new termite colony threats to the Hermitage and eliminates the threat before damage is done.
by Erin on April 30, 2012
Termites in Nashville, TN are around the clock eating machines. Eat. It’s what termites do. Termites naturally break down plant and wood material – good news in the forest, bad news in your neighborhood. They tunnel from their underground colony through the soil to any source of wood, which they devour from the inside out.
You may not even notice termites at work on your home until it’s too late and structural timbers have been severely damaged. Given time, they can collapse a building entirely. In the meantime, they’re also working away at siding, door and window frames, fences, paper, furniture, cloth and books. Subterranean termites are found in every state expect for Alaska.
Termite damage adds up fast.
Every year in the United States:
- More than 5 million homes discover some type of termite problem
- About $5 billion in termite-related property damage is incurred
- Termite damage is more common than damage caused by storms, fires, and earthquakes
- The cost of termite damage is rarely covered by homeowners insurance
The good news is a little prevention goes a long way. For a small investment, you can get rid of termites and the threat of termites in and around your home. The Sentricon Termite Colony Elimination System with Always Active technology is a proven solution to get rid of and prevent new colonies for threatening your home.
It’s Simple.
- Call 615-883-8526 or request a Free Home Evaluation online
- A trained professional will take a thorough look under, inside and around your home for signs of termite activity
- Sentricon Stations will be strategically placed in the soil around the perimeter of your home
- Bait is immediately available for existing termite and future termite threats to your home
- You avoid drilling, trenching and pumping hundreds of gallons of unnecessary chemicals in and around your home
- You get the protection you need and peace of mind that your home is protected from future termite damage
by Erin on April 24, 2012
Make Your Home Bed Bugs Free
As Americans get ready to kick off the summer travel season, it’s important to revisit some bed bug basics to ensure you don’t bring these bugs home with you.
“Bed bugs continue to pose a serious problem in this country. We encourage college students returning home, families going on vacation, business travelers and the public in general to be vigilant for signs of bed bugs wherever they go and take preventative measures to keep from infesting their homes,” said Erin Richardson with All-American Pest Control.
According to a 2011 National Pest Management Association and the University of Kentucky survey of professional pest control companies, bed bugs are the most challenging pest to treat. Additionally, the survey found that 99 percent of pest professionals have encountered bed bug infestations in the past year – a sharp increase from the 25 percent in 2000.
All-American Pest Control offers the following bed bug prevention tips when traveling:
- Pull back hotel bed sheets, inspect the mattress seams, box spring, around and behind the headboard, sofas and chairs for telltale brownish or reddish spots, shed skins or bugs.
- Avoid putting luggage on the bed or upholstered furniture.
- If changing rooms, be sure the new room is not adjacent to the infested room.
- Use a large plastic bag to store luggage.
- Upon returning home, inspect and vacuum suitcases thoroughly before bringing them into the house.
- Wash clothes – whether worn or not – in hot water or have them dry cleaned.
To find more information about bed bugs and other pests, visit www.allamericanpestcontrol.com. If you think you may have bed bugs, fill out our Bed Bug Consultation Request Form or Call Today! 615-883-8526
