Whether you’re an aspiring first-time home-buyer and about to make your first offer or you have just purchased your second or third home, you’re probably excited to enjoy your new space. But wait, is that a little critter by the backdoor? Maybe it’s just an ant… nothing to worry about, right? Just to be sure there aren’t any other pests lurking about your new house, you might want to consider getting a pest and termite inspection. Here are five reasons you should schedule a termite and pest inspection before any unwanted visitors wreak havoc on your dream home.
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Why should you get a pest and termite inspection?
As a new homeowner, it’s always a good idea to cover all your bases and have a pest and termite inspection performed. Homes in more humid climates – think homes in Miami, FL or houses in Houston, TX – are more susceptible to termite infestations due to the increased moisture in the surrounding environment. If you’ve seen any signs of a termite infestation, it might be a good idea to have a termite inspection. These signs can include buckling floorboards, creaky floors, or damaged wood.
For those still in the home-buying process, if you see signs of termite damage in the house, you should consider adding a termite contingency when making an offer on a home. A termite contingency may give you the option to back out of the sale if there’s been significant damage found. Otherwise, you can try to negotiate with the seller to pay for the repairs. What if you’re planning on just getting a regular home inspection? Your home inspector likely won’t look for specific types of pest or termite damage. However, if your home inspector does find damage,
contacting a pest or termite inspector should be your next step. A pest or termite control specialist can help you determine what the best course of action is, likely scheduling an inspection to determine the extent of the damage.

Is a pest and termite inspection required before closing on a home?
If you’ve already purchased your home, then you didn’t miss out on any required inspections. For most home-buyers, termite and pest inspections are not required before closing on a home. However, certain types of loans such as FHA and VA loans may require you to pay for a pest inspection before your mortgage approval, so it’s best to check with your mortgage lender or real estate agent. Your real estate agent will also know if your particular state or county requires a pest inspection before purchasing a home.

$5,000,000,000 Damage is an estimated cost caused by Termites annually in the US.
Don't be a Victim, Here are some Ways to Prevent Termites from entering your Home:
* Repair leaky pipes.
* Keep window screens closed.
* Professional Annual Termite Inspection.
* Remove wood debris, tree stumps, old cardboards and mulch from around your home.

​Rats and Mice spread over 35 diseases worldwide.
They can cause Plague, Tularemia, Hantavirus, Lassa Fever, Leptospirosis, Omsk Hemorrhagic Fever, South American Arenaviruses, Rat-Bite Fever, Salmonellosis, Hemorrhagic Fever, and Lymphocytic Chorio-Meningitis.
Ways to Prevent:
- Seal Up: Entry holes around your home.
- Trap Up: Use small traps to catch rodents.
- Clean-Up: Around and inside of your home.
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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
DEC has created a list of Disinfectants products registered in New York State that correspond to the list of products identified by EPA. This list is subject to change, so refer back.
https://www.dec.ny.gov/d…/materials_minerals_pdf/covid19.pdf
Arm yourself with knowledge.
For more information related to COVID-19, please visit the following webpages: https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/coronavirus/

​Our business revolves around Public Health! Every day our team works diligently making this a reality. With the current atmosphere, the Corona virus have us overly cautious, as we all should! We urge everyone to Wash your Hands with soap and water more often during the day and disinfect the high traffic areas around your home.

When controlling cockroaches, we use an array of tools to get the job done efficiently as well as the most cost effective way possible.
If you are having a problem, contact us to book your service.
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This week, as Schools honored their scholars in ceremonies that enlightened and inspire students to do their best, Citi Termite Control in collaboration with Our Lady's Catholic Academy in Queens, New York, also had a moment to celebrate its three (3) outstanding Winners for their hard work in the Poetry Competition. This collaboration was due to Our Lady's Catholic Academy (OLCA) celebrating its Tenth (10th) Anniversary in the Community, while Citi Termite Control (CTC) wanted to give back to the Community in a way that's dear to its Founder's heart, Poetry. 
Together with the students of OLCA, CTC were able to celebrate with OLCA in three (3) categories and Age groups: Kindergarten - Second Grade, Third - Fifth and Sixth - Eight Grade. The topics for each level varied, as they pertained to the importance of OLCA in the students lives, the community and as a distinguished establishment. 
The Competition was exciting and the enthusiasm displayed by the students can be seen throughout the school.
The Winning trio: Sahara Adiram (1st grade), Ashley Johnson (5th grade) and Talese Brown (8th grade) were commended for a job well-done, their talent and a possible continuation of this competitive spirit, to achieve much more.
Our Winners received monetary prizes and an award, which served as a constant reminder of their hard work and dedication which may inspire others.

OLCA 10th Anniversary Poetry and Art Contest

WINNERS
Poetry Contest: Sponsored by Citi Termite Control

Gr. K-2 Winner: Sahara Adiram (1-2)
A poem with at least four lines inspired by the school motto.
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Gr. 3-5: Winner: Ashley Johnson (5-1)
A poem with at least eight lines inspired by the school mission statement.

Gr. 6-8 Winner: Talese Brown (8-2)
A poem with at least twelve lines inspired by the school vision statement.

Art Contest:
A piece of art inspired by the phrase: “OLCA: 10 Years Strong.”

Winners:
Grades N-K: Sarah Chondool (K-2)
Grades 1-4: Nia Campbell (1-2)
Grades 5-8: Arianna Sukhdeo (6-2)
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Prizes will be awarded at the Honors Assembly on Tuesday, June 18.