Finally! The nice weather is here, and hopefully here to stay. The golf clubs are getting cleaned, the mower blades are getting sharpened, the green thumbs are anxious, the ants are swarming, the spiders are busy. Wait! That can't be right. Spring is supposed to be nothing but good things happening. Well, I guess that's just life. You must take the bad with the good.
That's right. The bugs are back in business, and strong as ever. The early rains on frozen soil was perfect for pests, and bad for you. I do have some good news for you, though. We at Springer Pest Solutions have the most advanced technology we have ever had for the most accurate and effective pest control. We have four certified entomologists, and over 25 licensed thechicians on staff to ensure you the best service available.
We have already received numerous calls on ants, termites, spiders, roaches, etc. If you are having any issue with pests in your home, give us a call. The best thing we can do is stop them before a major infestation happens. We want to fight the pests in their habitat, not yours!
 | Need help on this year's spring projects??? | Give Springer Handyman a try. We are here to help with all your around-the-house projects. Do you need your gutters cleaned out? Do you want a gutter guard so you don't have to clean them 3-4 times a year? Do you have some little projects you've been wanting to get done, but just never seem to have the time?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, call Springer Handyman for a free estimate on any around-the-house project. We can help you hang that door you've been meaning to all winter, repaint the living room, hang that new ceiling fan, or just change out the smoke detectors that you just can't seem to reach. We are here to help with all your around the house projects. If we can be of any assistance, please give us a call.
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|  | | | | Technical Tips: Termite Swarmers | After a long winter, warmer weather is being eagerly anticipated. However, there is an important reason to be cautious this spring, especially with the increased moisture experienced across the nation during the winter months - termites. The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) warns that as the temperature begins to increase so does the potential for termite swarms and infestations.
Swarming is the termite's method of dispersal and establishing new colonies. The eastern subterranean termite usually swarms in the spring (March-May) during the daylight hours on warm days following a rain. Subterranean termite swarmers are attracted to light so if they emerge indoors they will be seen flying to windowsills and open doors. Usually, termite swarming either indoors or outside is the first indication to homeowners that they have a subterranean termite infestation.
 | Once termites infest a home, these aggressive pests can quickly chew through floors, walls, carpeting and even wallpaper. With a termite colony's ability to chew 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and to number in the hundreds of thousands, the damage caused by termites can threaten the structural safety of a home. In fact, NPMA research has found that termites cause more than $5 billion in property damage every year.
Here is a list of proactive tips to help prevent termite infestations within homes this spring: Carefully inspect perimeter of home for rotting wood, mud tubes or a visible termite presence.- Eliminate any sources of moisture, as water attracts termites.
- Divert water away from your property through properly functioning downspouts, gutters and splash blocks.
- Do not stack firewood or lumber near home, and inspect it carefully before bringing indoors.
- If your home is newly constructed, remove old form boards and grade stakes, which may have been left behind.
- If you see signs of a termite infestation, contact a Springer Pest Solutions promptly.
| | | Did you know??? |  Fleas can survive for months without feeding.- No one knows exactly how long termite queens live, but many are known to live at least ten years and records of some long lived mounds suggest longevity of over 40 years.
- The world's largest roach (which lives in South America) is six inches long with a one-foot wingspan
- The deer tick is smaller than a pinhead
- Mice can jump a foot high.
- Bed bugs are now found in all 50 states
- An estimated 15% of all new homes have serious structural defects and damages, which may include termite damage.
| | | A Message from the President – Jeff Springer | We at Springer Pest Solutions are more prepared than ever for the Spring rush. Our goal for 2009 is to far exceed all of your expectations for quality & service. I have been around this business for more than 20 years, and have seen many companies succeed & fail. The main difference between success and failure is service. We will not be out serviced! I have over 25 of the best employee's I've ever had working for me to ensure your transaction with us is a pleasant one.
Now, more than ever, our job is to protect your investments. Whether it is your home, or your business, it's even more important now to prevent pest infestations, and the added expenses they can cause.
I look forward to assisting you with all of your home solution needs. If any of our services could be of use to you or your clients, don't hesitate to call one of my dedicated staff at (515) 262-9229. | | | Employee Spotlight: Bill Henderson | Bill Henderson is a sales technician for Springer Pest Solutions. Bill has been in the pest control industry for 22 years and with Springer Pest Solutions for the last 2 1/2 years. Bill is part of our sales team, and also does wood destroying insect inspections. If you have any questions on any service Springer provides, or have a current pest problem, give Bill a call at (515) 975-1030.
Thank you for your interest in our Monthly Newsletter. We hope you find the information useful. If there is something you would like to see featured in our newsletter, please feel free to contact me at ewolvers@springerpestsolutions.com
Sincerely,
Eric Wolvers
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