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Home Maintenance Crucial to Preserve Value |
After
a long, dark winter, the bright sun and the warm winds of spring are,
well, a breath of fresh air. The only downside? Termites and other pests
in and around your home are ready for business as well.
Termites
have been swarming, Carpenter Ants are seeking out homes to build new
nests and Carpenter Bees are drilling into soffits and trim boards. All
manner of pests are awakening to begin their life's mission of feeding,
nesting and reproducing in our home environment. These annual rites of
spring should fill us all with a sense of awe at the beauty of the
natural world around us but should also remind us that some pests can
damage our homes and, in some cases, our health if not properly
controlled.
Click here for the full press release.
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Governor Mcdonnell Reminds Virginians of the Importance of Managing Pests |
Governor’s Message Cites April as Virginia Pest Management Month
 Calling on Virginians to observe April as Virginia
Pest Management Month, Governor Robert McDonnell encouraged the public
to understand and appreciate that "pest management professionals help
protect Virginia's food supply, homes and the environment from disease
and pest related illness by practicing environmentally friendly pest
control methods".
In
a statement released on March 29, 2013 to the Virginia Pest Management
Association (VPMA), the Governor said he applauded the efforts of those
in the professional pest management industry for their efforts to
protect homes and businesses from the damage caused by pests.
"Effective pest management in homes, businesses, and public places
throughout our Commonwealth is an important factor in maintaining the
health and well-being of all Virginians," wrote Governor McDonnell.
In
his statement, the Governor applauded members of the Virginia Pest
Management Association for providing strong leadership for professional
pest management in Virginia and he recognized VPMA members for their
efforts to advise Virginia citizens on protecting their health and
property from pests.
The
VPMA is a nationally recognized association of pest management
professionals throughout Virginia that has been at the forefront of
consumer programs promoting the highest levels of professionalism,
training and ethics in the structural pest management industry.
"As
Governor McDonnell said, protecting consumers from the potential
dangers of pests is of utmost importance, and is in fact, our
association's number one priority - that's why we created the Certified
Wood Destroying Insect Inspector program and our Master Technician
School," says Gena Lupini, VPMA's President. "Equally important is the
need to educate consumers about the services our members provide, so
that they can feel confident in selecting and hiring a pest management
professional to help solve their pest problem.
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Termite Swarms Striking East Coast of America |
 Imagine this headline in your newspaper. You would be very concerned about a disaster
that caused five billion dollars in losses. Or damage that in most years is
five times the dollar amount of hurricanes and fires combined. This is a conservative estimate for the cost
of controlling termites and repairing termite damage yearly in the United
States.
The mild and wet winter that we have experienced has
set the parameters for the largest termite swarm to ever be known in this
region.
"The season is just beginning and as the weather
gets warmer, I'm sure we'll hear more reports of swarms and infestations across
the region," said Gena Lupini, President of the Virginia Pest Management
Association. "We are anticipating an active season, especially with the
increased moisture in the Mid-Atlantic area. These weather conditions are very
conducive to heightened termite activity."
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Governor McDonnell Reminds Virginians of the Importance of Managing Pests |
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Governor’s Message Cites April as Virginia Pest Management Month
FREDERICKSBURG, VA
(April 2, 2012) – Calling on Virginians to observe April as Virginia
Pest Management Month, Governor Robert McDonnell encouraged the public
to understand and appreciate “the important role that pest management
providers play in ensuring the health and well-being of Virginians”
In
a statement released on March 29, 2012 to the Virginia Pest Management
Association (VPMA), the Governor said he applauded the efforts of those
in the professional pest management industry for their efforts to
protect homes and businesses from the damage caused by pests.
“Effective pest management in homes, businesses, and public places
throughout our Commonwealth is an important factor in maintaining the
health and well-being of all Virginians,” wrote Governor McDonnell.
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