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Northwest Termite Inc.
Bill Mashek
112 Commercial Ct, #4
Santa Rosa CA 95407
(707) 528-7776
[email protected]
http://www.northwesttermite.com
Services/Products/IPM Description
Range of Products and Services
Northwest Termite is an integrated pest management company in that we use the least toxic materials suited for the job we are doing. We perform structural pest inspections for real estate transactions, consult on structural modifications (exclusion, moisture control, correction of conducive conditions that may attract pests) for prevention of infestation of both wood destroying organisms and general pests. We use Structural Pest Control Board approved devices such as the electro-gun, for control of drywood termites when appropriate. If treatment is necessary, we use water based materials rather than petroleum based materials.
Services/Products Categories
- Residential
- Commercial
- Structural
Definition of Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
IPM is a prescriptive approach to pest control versus a one size fits all approach, combining quality inspections with appropriate use of baiting, monitoring, focused chemical application (not just broadcast spraying), sanitation and exclusion. IPM is primarily "low-impact pest management" with permanent or long-term reduction in the target pest population.
How Pest Problems Are Identified
Pest problems are identified by customer complaints. We usually do an inspection to determine the "target" pest, find entrance and exit areas, why are they infesting the house, what structural or other modification could inhibit their entry. We will attempt to disrupt their cycle, block access, treat the infestation and monitor.
Tools, Practices, and Materials Used/Sold
Practices Used to Prevent or Control Pests
We work with the customer in their needs. We consult on prevention.
Biological Controls Used?
We use nematodes for flea control on exterior spray.
Borates Used?
We like borates, and use them for ant and roach control, wood injection for drywood termites, wood treatment as a fungicide and as preventive treatment for other pests.
Synthetic Chemicals Used?
Termidor (fipronil), Premise (imidacloprid), and on occasion Talstar (bifenthrin).
Top Ten Pesticides Used/Sold/Recommended
Borates, Termidor (fipronil), Premise (imidacloprid), and on occasion Talstar (bifenthrin).
Uses Physical or Mechanical Controls?
Mechanical traps for rodents, both live and snap.
Lawn Care
Type of Fertilizers Used/Sold/Recommended
N/A
Evaluation
How Effectiveness of Pest Management Systems is Evaluated
Through our customers and through monitoring.
References
Please contact for references.