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Orkin “Inspection” & Termite Control Question
Posted on 9/2/23 at 8:37 am
Posted on 9/2/23 at 8:37 am
We pay Orkin yearly for ~5 years now for the termite bait / traps and inspection. Yesterday they came for the “inspection” and by the end I’m getting pitched 54 month financing to do gutters and attic insulation from a pest company. All he did was convince me I am being taken for a ride and need a second quote.
South MS area, what do I need for termite control? As I mentioned, we have the baits, never see them swarming here, and he freely admitted he didn’t see any evidence of rodents/termites/ moths (while simultaneously pitching stuff to control them). I’m fairly certain the baits put some liability on Orkin for termite damage, that’s really all I want….the minimum treatment I need, hoping the infinite wisdom of the OT can provide insight into what they would recommend.
South MS area, what do I need for termite control? As I mentioned, we have the baits, never see them swarming here, and he freely admitted he didn’t see any evidence of rodents/termites/ moths (while simultaneously pitching stuff to control them). I’m fairly certain the baits put some liability on Orkin for termite damage, that’s really all I want….the minimum treatment I need, hoping the infinite wisdom of the OT can provide insight into what they would recommend.
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Posted on 9/2/23 at 8:39 am to LSU Delirium
All exterminators are shady AF and hire employees who are either about to be sentenced to prison or are new parolees.
Posted on 9/2/23 at 8:40 am to LSU Delirium
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Orkin “Inspection” & Termite Control Question
Where is it? I dont see one question mark.
Posted on 9/2/23 at 8:44 am to LSU Delirium
The upselling is ridiculous, but to answer your question of what you need for termite control, regular inspections are a must. Even if it’s not once a year (like maybe every several) it gives them a chance to spot termites and try to treat it before they cause severe damage to your house.
So it is necessary IMO. Just obviously not all the additional shite they’re trying to sell you.
You can also inspect things yourself for the more obvious signs (like tracks on your slab), but I’d still leave it to professionals to do a thorough check for you. The last thing you want is legit termite damage.
So it is necessary IMO. Just obviously not all the additional shite they’re trying to sell you.
You can also inspect things yourself for the more obvious signs (like tracks on your slab), but I’d still leave it to professionals to do a thorough check for you. The last thing you want is legit termite damage.
Posted on 9/2/23 at 8:46 am to tketaco
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South MS area, what do I need for termite control?
Posted on 9/2/23 at 8:48 am to LSU Delirium
I have a local termite company. No upselling.
This post was edited on 9/2/23 at 8:49 am
Posted on 9/2/23 at 8:51 am to Cosmo
Use local. Orkin is full of drug dealers. Ex cons and assorted other pieces of human trash.
Posted on 9/2/23 at 9:03 am to LSU Delirium
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and by the end I’m getting pitched 54 month financing to do gutters and attic insulation
What's odd is a termite company pushing gutters. Gutters not being maintained are responsible for a ton of termite problems in homes in the South.
Posted on 9/2/23 at 9:06 am to LSU Delirium
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I’m fairly certain the baits put some liability on Orkin for termite damage, that’s really all I want
If you do get some damage all they will do is walk around your house and look for ways they can get out of paying for the damage.
Posted on 9/2/23 at 9:06 am to CocomoLSU
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Even if it’s not once a year (like maybe every several) it gives them a chance to spot termites and try to treat it before they cause severe damage to your house.
The biggest thing is to make sure you are not creating a home for termites. They love moist wood. People leave wood exposed, put firewood next to their slab, don't clean gutters which causes them to retain moisture against the fascia, let their landscape get out of control, etc. Trim shrubs and trees at least 12 inches away from the house.
Not saying that's the only way to get termites but minimize those things and your chances are fairly slim.
Posted on 9/2/23 at 10:09 am to LSU Delirium
I worked for Orkin for a few years the upselling is part of the job. Their products are 2 times the cost of most local companies. Anybody in the south needs termite protection but it can be done by owner for a couple hundred bucks. The chemicals and baits are cheap do it yourself but remember to inspect every 6 months for termites.
Posted on 9/2/23 at 10:09 am to stout
Google Termite Tom. Termite contracts are a scam
Posted on 9/2/23 at 10:32 am to Eli Goldfinger
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and hire employees who are either about to be sentenced to prison or are new parolees.
I've worked for a couple companies and all did background checks and random drug tests. Im guessing there are some that hire thugs, but I never have.
This post was edited on 9/2/23 at 10:33 am
Posted on 9/3/23 at 8:54 am to Easye921
If you consider using a Orkin type, be sure to ask what chemical they are using and ask to see verification of the chemical. All those chem. msds's and required labeling serve a purpose. Now that you know what is being used, you can look up application life.
Permythion [sp] is useful for 6-7 months.
Basf Termicide may be good for 13-15 years
A lot of the Home Depot type stuff, cheaper is good for 4-6 weeks
If you can find chlordan at a garage sale that works pretty good
There are fewer good chemicals for pest use each year
Tenting has a life expectancy of a couple days, as new bugs fly in every night
Traps usefulness can be evaluated by looking at a nighttime termite swarm and guess how many could fit into a trap
I will do a general permethrin spray every 4-6 months for general bug control. Then every 2-3 years attic and foundation gets the basf treatment.
permethrin runs around 35 bucks a quart for 40% concentrate
Basf termicide was 180 bucks a quart, and some sales require a license
Permythion [sp] is useful for 6-7 months.
Basf Termicide may be good for 13-15 years
A lot of the Home Depot type stuff, cheaper is good for 4-6 weeks
If you can find chlordan at a garage sale that works pretty good
There are fewer good chemicals for pest use each year
Tenting has a life expectancy of a couple days, as new bugs fly in every night
Traps usefulness can be evaluated by looking at a nighttime termite swarm and guess how many could fit into a trap
I will do a general permethrin spray every 4-6 months for general bug control. Then every 2-3 years attic and foundation gets the basf treatment.
permethrin runs around 35 bucks a quart for 40% concentrate
Basf termicide was 180 bucks a quart, and some sales require a license
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