Pest Control Services: Roaches

Cockroaches carry pathogens and so are a source of infection. Consequently, they are dangerous to your health. Cockroaches transmit gastrointestinal maladies including diarrhea, dysentery, and food poisoning. There are
numerous species of roaches, each with its own unique characteristics. It is important to carry out cockroach extermination due to the health risks associated with these bugs.

Many treatments are used for roach infestations, but some are more effective than others. Solutions that are used to destroy cockroaches come in various forms including gas, liquid, solid, and powder. The remedy chosen for
exterminating roaches is dependent upon the roach species involved. Some species are resistant to drugs, while others are not. This depends a lot on genetic make-up and the ability to develop a strong resistance against the
remedies.

In addition to the use of drugs and chemicals, there are some traps that capture roaming roaches. The cockroaches are attracted to these traps which are fitted with baits. Roaches develop resistance against some insecticides
thus reducing the efficiency of insecticides as time passes. This means we must constantly look for more effective insecticides. More ways to manage roaches consist of applying pheromones and also growth regulators.

Due to the survival strategy of the cockroaches, there will be times that all of these remedies fail to work efficiently. One should not lose hope because some effective customary remedies exist when this happens. One example is
keeping a clean house. Roaches flourish in nasty dark areas. Cockroaches in the home can be prevented by cleaning and lighting up the house. This is effective because it starves the pests.

Identifying their breeding place is another effective method. Once this is known, the insecticide can be used to kill the adults and also the eggs. Modern methods of cockroach extermination involve the use of traps equipped with
pheromones. Pheromones are biochemical solutions that assault a roach before a roach prepares to breed. A lot of people do it this way because it is harmless and clean.

Carpenter Ants and the Places They Hide

Carpenter ants have become more common than most people realize. Due to climate change and other variable factors, carpenter ants have started to be seen across many residential areas around the globe. The US is particularly impacted across the southern portion of the country. This in effect has caused a lot of distress among many households across these states as they are anxiously looking for carpenter ant treatments that are affordable and effective.

Normally, you would only expect to find carpenter ants in the wild. The most common place would be in a moist area that is full of trees and other plant life. Carpenter ants are known to build their colonies in trees by eating their way through to the center. Seeing as more people in the United States of America have also started to grow a lot of trees and plants in their back yards, it has become quite common for many homes to find themselves infested with carpenter ants as well.

Carpenter ants are known to be good migrators. They are known to be able to travel the size of a football field just to look for food. If your household is affected with carpenter ants, the likelihood is that they have come from a nearby area; most probably your own back yard.

There are many ways by which you can detect whether or not your household is affected by carpenter ants. The best way to detect them is by visibly seeing them. Carpenter ants are known to be a quarter of an inch in size. They are much larger than your average ants and are known to have a dark black color; making them visible from quite a distance. One of the things about carpenter ants is that you will not be able to see them during the day.

Carpenter ants are only known to work during the night which is why they are hardly ever noticed. If your house is infected by carpenter ants, it is common to hear noises during the late hours of the night. Other ways of detecting whether or not your house is infected by them is by looking for webbings and small insect particles such as food near wooden areas in the house.<

The kitchen is also another great place to spot carpenter ants. They are known to feed on left over foods that may be found lying around on the floor. Many of them are known to come and collect food from the kitchen floor, shelves and even near the trash can area.

Another way of detecting carpenter ants is by looking for saw dust near wooden furniture. Seeing as carpenter ants are known to eat their way through to make a place to stay for their colony, this is also another common feature. There are many different carpenter ant treatments that one can use in order to effectively get rid of such ants. The process however is known to take quite some time though.

Orthodontic treatment is an excellent investment in the overall dental, medical and psychological well-being of children and adults. An investment made to correct your occlusion now will more than pay for itself in preventing future problems. Improper tooth alignment can be a contributing factor for dental decay and gum disease, which may result in loss of teeth. Our office offers a variety of payment choices to meet your individual needs.

Fees
In an effort to keep orthodontic fees down while maintaining the highest level of professional care, we have established this financial policy:

If full payment is made by cash or check at the onset of treatment, we will offer a discount of 5%. If you have insurance, we will file the original claim and instruct payments be sent directly to you.

We offer a contract whereby $750 of the fee is paid at the start of treatment and the remainder (less insurance, if applicable) is paid in 20 monthly installments. You will be given a coupon book to help you manage your payments. No interest or fees will be charged if payments are made as scheduled.

For your convenience, we can also set up an automatic debit to your checking or savings account. This would eliminate your need to keep track of payments and coupons. If you choose this option, we would also offer a 2.5% discount on the amount financed.

Insurance
Our office participates in most insurance plans. Prior to setting up your payment schedule, we will obtain a “Predetermination of Benefits” from your insurance company. This will enable you to understand what your benefits are and how they will be paid. We will submit insurance claims for your convenience and also accept the assignment of benefits. You must be aware, however, that your insurance is an agreement between you and the insurance company. Occasionally, benefits are terminated or changed. If the insurance company were to discontinue payments you would be responsible for any unpaid balance. If the insurance pays more than anticipated you would be refunded any excess once the account is paid in full.

Delinquency
In cases of serious delinquency, treatment will be discontinued, although we will make every effort to accommodate patients with temporary difficulties. Retainers will not be fabricated until delinquent accounts are paid in full.

Questions

If you need to speak with our financial coordinator about any insurance or financial issues, please phone during office hours on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday.