Termites are social insects that live in underground colonies typically numbering just under a quarter-million individuals. A king and queen see to the colony’s reproductive needs, while soldiers guard the group against attack from predatory insects (ants are the primary threat) and workers venture out to forage for wood,. The most commonly seen termites are “swarmers,” young insects that leave their colony in huge numbers to search for mates and new homes. Swarmers wings easily fall off. Consequently, the first sign of a termite infestation often can be a pile of discarded wings lying on a windowsill.
Termites need warmth and moisture, so when workers leave their colony to forage, they frequently build highways of earthen shelter tubes—rather like subway tunnels-to protect their delicate bodies from dehydration. These tubes typically extend vertically from the soil to the wooden portions of a structure—for example, up the inside of a crawlspace wall—and are the primary evidence to look for during a termite inspection of your home.
If you find termite tubes, destroy them on the spot and make periodic re-inspections. If they don’t return, you’re probably safe, at least for the time.
Prevention
By far the best way to control termites is to make your home unattractive or inaccessible to them. Many infestations can be traced to unenlightened building and maintenance practices. Subterranean termites need food, warmth and moisture in order to survive and thrive. Termites will leave or die without these necessities. Termites also need some way to get from the soil where they live up to the wood in the house where you live. If it’s difficult and uncomfortable for them to reach the edible portions of your home, they’ll keep to the woods where they belong.
If you’re building a new home, make sure the foundation area is cleared of all wood scraps large enough to be gathered by a garden rake. Boards used as forms for poured concrete should always be removed when their job is done. Wooden posts set in cement are safe, so long as the posts don’t penetrate through the concrete down into the soil. Foundation footings need to be high enough to prevent contact between the soil and the wood of the floor, but don’t bother with constructing a “termite shield”—a strip of aluminum jutting out over the foundation where it meets the siding. Studies have shown that such shields are valuable only in that they force termites to tube over them, making it easier to spot an invasion during an inspection.
This great garden tool gift set comes complete with a cultivator and trowel. It also includes a pair of cotton gardening gloves and gardeners soap made from pumice vitamins and vegetable matter. Professional grade gardener s gift set with trowel and cultivator Sturdy trowel and cultivator Includes garden gloves and soap
Three tools sized just for kids. Rake spade and hoe feature colorful kidsafe powder coated metal heads and hardwood handles. About 44 long. Get the whole family gardening with kids tools from The Rumford Gardener. Limited lifetime warranty
Contains cultivator trowel and fork. Strong canvas garden bag with 8 pockets to hold tools and accessories. Pockets are lined with the Laura Ashley Garden Cressida pattern. Quality garden tools presented in an attractive package. An ideal gift for gardeners. Laura Ashley the quintessential English brand came from humble beginnings as Laura Ashley and her husband Bernard began printing headscarves and other textiles on their kitchen table in 1953. Now one of the world s most loved lifestyle brands Laura Ashley is known for its iconic prints feminine styling and lush home furnishings. Laura Ashley Inc. using its exclusive Laura Ashley Garden brand has brought to the market carefully selected quality products in a range of categories that are stylish fashionable colorful and innovative. Of real note are the facts that the patterned products are exclusive to Laura Ashley and the range has been designed and selected specifically for women. Each category has been extensively researched and developed by a team of women who have adapted products to suit women s shapes. This includes studies of the contours of women s hands and feet new tooling technology to provide additional comfort and functionality and an overall look that is aesthetically pleasing. The result is that the Laura Ashley Garden brand has eliminated all of the traditional problematic features of poor quality and poor fit and replaced them with quality products designed for stylish practical comfort. Every category has been created according to feminine characteristics and given additional features to suit women s needs without compromising the products original intention. Decorative products have been designed to add color shape and vibrancy to urban and country gardens alike.
GardenTuff tools are made from a proprietary polyglass resin that posses an incredible strength to weight ratio. Along with superior strength the lightweight design includes the patented ergonomic comfortgrip handle for hours of fatiguefree gardening. The GardenTuff trowel is perfect for light to medium digging while the cultivator will break up and prepare soil for planting. Use the transplanter to carefully remove plants from soil for replanting. For over 25 years The Rumford Gardener has been the manufacturer of choice for master gardeners landscapers hobbyists and homeowners. All Rumford tools carry a lifetime warranty and are designed to make your gardening tasks easy and enjoyable.
Colorful kids plastic trowel fork and cultivator are the perfect size for little hands. Includes a holster with leater belt loop for carrying the tools in style. Get the whole family gardening with kids tools from The Rumford Gardener. For over 25 years The Rumford Gardener has been the manufacturer of choice for master gardeners landscapers hobbyists and homeowners. All Rumford tools carry a lifetime warranty and are designed to make your gardening tasks easy and enjoyable.
Our deluxe 3piece Ascot aluminum tool set is a great starter set or addition to any gardener s collection. The trowel transplanter and cultivator each feature a lightweight balanced design that provides strength as well as a comfort grip and thumb rest. Packaged in a full color gift box. Rumford Green handles. For over 25 years The Rumford Gardener has been the manufacturer of choice for master gardeners landscapers hobbyists and homeowners. All Rumford tools carry a lifetime warranty and are designed to make your gardening tasks easy and enjoyable.
Contains wooden handled trowel cultivator and secateurs plus gloves in Cressida pattern. Quality garden tools presented in an attractive package. An ideal gift for gardeners. Laura Ashley the quintessential English brand came from humble beginnings as Laura Ashley and her husband Bernard began printing headscarves and other textiles on their kitchen table in 1953. Now one of the world s most loved lifestyle brands Laura Ashley is known for its iconic prints feminine styling and lush home furnishings. Laura Ashley Inc. using its exclusive Laura Ashley Garden brand has brought to the market carefully selected quality products in a range of categories that are stylish fashionable colorful and innovative. Of real note are the facts that the patterned products are exclusive to Laura Ashley and the range has been designed and selected specifically for women. Each category has been extensively researched and developed by a team of women who have adapted products to suit women s shapes. This includes studies of the contours of women s hands and feet new tooling technology to provide additional comfort and functionality and an overall look that is aesthetically pleasing. The result is that the Laura Ashley Garden brand has eliminated all of the traditional problematic features of poor quality and poor fit and replaced them with quality products designed for stylish practical comfort. Every category has been created according to feminine characteristics and given additional features to suit women s needs without compromising the products original intention. Decorative products have been designed to add color shape and vibrancy to urban and country gardens alike.
Contains wooden handled transplanting trowel and cultivator plus kneeling cushion and Cressida Classic gloves. Tool handles are 300mm long. Quality garden tools presented in an attractive package. An ideal gift for gardeners. Laura Ashley the quintessential English brand came from humble beginnings as Laura Ashley and her husband Bernard began printing headscarves and other textiles on their kitchen table in 1953. Now one of the world s most loved lifestyle brands Laura Ashley is known for its iconic prints feminine styling and lush home furnishings. Laura Ashley Inc. using its exclusive Laura Ashley Garden brand has brought to the market carefully selected quality products in a range of categories that are stylish fashionable colorful and innovative. Of real note are the facts that the patterned products are exclusive to Laura Ashley and the range has been designed and selected specifically for women. Each category has been extensively researched and developed by a team of women who have adapted products to suit women s shapes. This includes studies of the contours of women s hands and feet new tooling technology to provide additional comfort and functionality and an overall look that is aesthetically pleasing. The result is that the Laura Ashley Garden brand has eliminated all of the traditional problematic features of poor quality and poor fit and replaced them with quality products designed for stylish practical comfort. Every category has been created according to feminine characteristics and given additional features to suit women s needs without compromising the products original intention. Decorative products have been designed to add color shape and vibrancy to urban and country gardens alike.
Contains wooden handled trowel patio weeder fork transplanting trowel and cultivator. Quality garden tools presented in an attractive package. An ideal gift for gardeners. Laura Ashley the quintessential English brand came from humble beginnings as Laura Ashley and her husband Bernard began printing headscarves and other textiles on their kitchen table in 1953. Now one of the world s most loved lifestyle brands Laura Ashley is known for its iconic prints feminine styling and lush home furnishings. Laura Ashley Inc. using its exclusive Laura Ashley Garden brand has brought to the market carefully selected quality products in a range of categories that are stylish fashionable colorful and innovative. Of real note are the facts that the patterned products are exclusive to Laura Ashley and the range has been designed and selected specifically for women. Each category has been extensively researched and developed by a team of women who have adapted products to suit women s shapes. This includes studies of the contours of women s hands and feet new tooling technology to provide additional comfort and functionality and an overall look that is aesthetically pleasing. The result is that the Laura Ashley Garden brand has eliminated all of the traditional problematic features of poor quality and poor fit and replaced them with quality products designed for stylish practical comfort. Every category has been created according to feminine characteristics and given additional features to suit women s needs without compromising the products original intention. Decorative products have been designed to add color shape and vibrancy to urban and country gardens alike.
Contains wooden stool transplanting trowel and cultivator secateurs and Cressida Classic gloves. Tool handles are 300mm long. Quality garden tools presented in an attractive package. An ideal gift for gardeners. Laura Ashley the quintessential English brand came from humble beginnings as Laura Ashley and her husband Bernard began printing headscarves and other textiles on their kitchen table in 1953. Now one of the world s most loved lifestyle brands Laura Ashley is known for its iconic prints feminine styling and lush home furnishings. Laura Ashley Inc. using its exclusive Laura Ashley Garden brand has brought to the market carefully selected quality products in a range of categories that are stylish fashionable colorful and innovative. Of real note are the facts that the patterned products are exclusive to Laura Ashley and the range has been designed and selected specifically for women. Each category has been extensively researched and developed by a team of women who have adapted products to suit women s shapes. This includes studies of the contours of women s hands and feet new tooling technology to provide additional comfort and functionality and an overall look that is aesthetically pleasing. The result is that the Laura Ashley Garden brand has eliminated all of the traditional problematic features of poor quality and poor fit and replaced them with quality products designed for stylish practical comfort. Every category has been created according to feminine characteristics and given additional features to suit women s needs without compromising the products original intention. Decorative products have been designed to add color shape and vibrancy to urban and country gardens alike.
The Rumford gardener butterfly kneeler is a colorful and fun little helper that can help your children enjoy garden work. This set includes a fun butterflydesign knee pad and two colorful gardening tools with wood handles. Designed to keep little knees comfortable the foam kneelers will keep your child s knees protected as they have fun in the garden and the two safe handgardening tools will keep them digging in the garden for hours.
Carry a trowel and cultivator together in one aluminum tool with comfort handle. For over 25 years The Rumford Gardener has been the manufacturer of choice for master gardeners landscapers hobbyists and homeowners. All Rumford tools carry a lifetime warranty and are designed to make your gardening tasks easy and enjoyable. Limited lifetime warranty on tools 5year limited warranty on tote
No more stooping bending or sore knees. The Garden Kneeler converts from a comfortable bench for sitting to a cushioned kneeler by simply flipping it over. Sturdy handles provide leverage for standing up. Folds neatly for storage and easy portability. 24 x 11 x 5. Length: 24. Width: 5. Height: 11
Bulb and garden planter. Easy twisting action makes a perfect hole for bulbs and bedding plants. Long handle prevents bending so you can plant while standing. 37 x 10 x 5. Length: 37. Width: 5. Height: 10
Yard tools from wheelbarrows to shovels to various rake sizes can take up a huge amount of space in garages sheds and anywhere else you might store them. The Large Yard Tool Storage Rack by Monkey Bar Storage solves your yard tool storage problem by consolidating all your yard tools into one compact storage space mounted to the wall. This rack does not limit you on the size of yard tools; you can hang a wheel barrow shovels rakes weed eaters leaf blowers and hedge clippers on the 8 hooks provided in the kit. Most of the hooks are large enough to hold multiple yard tools in layers. The Large Yard Tool Rack can be installed in tight spaces in the garage and is often used in sheds small shops and utility rooms as well. Installation of the Large Yard Tool Storage Rack is quick and easy. The wall mounted storage rack only takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes to install so you can quickly regain valuable garage floor space by hanging all your yard tools up off the garage floor. Install the four included screws through the brackets into wall studs. Insert the industrial steel Monkey Bar into one bracket hole and snap the other end of the bar into the second bracket. The push button design of the Monkey Bar keeps the bar securely fitted in the brackets. Place your various hooks on the bar in your desired locations and store your stuff. The Yard Tool Storage Rack is also available in a smaller size for those with smaller lawn equipment storage needs. Kit includes 2 Shed Brackets 4 Screws and Washers one 51 Monkey Bar two 3 Double Hooks one 3 Single Hook one 3 Wide Hook two 5 Wide Hooks one J Hook one 12 Hook and installation instructions. The 3" hooks can hang backwards on the Monkey Bar for more storage and organizing possibilities. Takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes to install. Holds 10 to 12 various yard tools. Capable of hanging wheel barrows or other large tools. Made from powder coated industrial steel. All components are powder coated in a soapstone granite color.
Part of the Racor Pro / ProStor collection (View full Racor Pro / ProStor collection) Holds rakes shovels picks hoes brooms and other longhandled tools. The basket is removable for simple transport of hand tools and small items out to the garden. Made of sturdy solid steel construction and a durable epoxy finish. No assembly required. Easy wall installation with provided hardware. Primary color is black No assembly required Installation hardware is included Maximum Load: 50 lbs Overall Dimensions: 10.4 H x 20.75 W x 7.75 D
GardenTuff tools are made from a proprietary polyglass resin that has a high strength to weight ratio. Along with superior strength the lightweight design includes a patented ergonomic comfortgrip handle for hours of fatiguefree gardening. The GardenTuff trowel is perfect for light to medium digging while the cultivator will break up and prepare soil for planting. Use the transplanter to carefully remove plants from soil for replanting. The included canvas tool wrap with 6 pockets provides easy hanging storage for the GardenTuff tools and others.
This Ruff amp; Ready 5 piece garden tool set provides all the gardening tools you need. It makes the perfect gift idea. Case of: 10. Manufacturer: Ruff amp; Ready. Retail Packaged: Color sleeve. UPC Coded: Yes. Materials: Plastic and metal. Dimensions: 11.5 inches W X 7.5 inches H X 2.75 inches D. How packaged: 10 tool kits per case. Set includes:. bull; Cultivator. bull; Large trowel. bull; Small trowel. bull; Spray bottle. bull; Pruner with wrist strap. bull; All in a rugged carry case.
Cedar Creek Illinois Inc strives to create beautiful furniture to be used outside or inside. Their wood products are made of Western Red Cedar which resists insect attack rot and weathering extremely well. These tool holders have storage space for 12 long handled tools. They are ideal for the garden shed or garage. Product Dimensions 19 x 20.5 x 30 inches.
Size: 24 W x 81/4 D x 41/2 H. Color: Light taupe. Convenient for hanging garden tools and other accessories. Tilt back hook spaced for various sized tools. Durable 1 piece resin design. Easy to mount to 16 or 24 stud centers. Interlocking end design allows two parts to mount to one stud for continuous placement. Holds up to 30 lbs.
These Ruff amp; Ready garden tools make yard care easier for novice or advanced gardener. The belted apron keeps everything within reach. Manufacturer: Ruff amp; Ready. Retail Packaged: Color gift box. UPC Coded: Yes. Materials: Plastic metal and wood. Dimensions: Apron: 4.5inches W x 10.5inches H x 3.25inches D. How packaged: 1 garden tool kit per box. Kit includes:. One pair of work gloves. Solid hardwood handles. Spade trowel and cultivator. Materials: Metal wood nylon leather. Dimensions: Kit: 10.5 in. H x 4.5 in. W x 3.25 in. D
Size: 24 W x 51/4 D x 41/2 H. Color: Light taupe. Extra deep. Tilt back hook. Durable 1 piece resin design. Easy to mount to 16 or 24 stud centers. Interlocking end design allows two parts to mount to one stud for continuous placement. Can hang longhandled tools in 2 space. Holds up to 60 lbs.
Size: 48 W x 51/4 D x 41/2 H. Color: Light taupe. Extra deep. Tilt back hook. Durable 1 piece resin design. Easy to mount to 16 or 24 stud centers. Interlocking end design allows two parts to mount to one stud for continuous placement. Can hang longhandled tools in 4 space. Holds up to 120 lbs.
Great for keeping lawn mower blades sharp. Will sharpen most other yard tools that need sharpening on one side only. Green. Carded. Length: 5. Width: 1.5. Height: 5
The Prints are Rotary Screened on 100 percent Polyester Pile for Durability and Lasting Clarity The care to detail and natural colors lend to their beauty They have a thick NonSkid Bonded Foam Backing They are Ideal for Wall hangings as well as Floor Choose from Home Accent or Wildlife collections Approximate Size 18 x 30 with rounded corners
Trowel/Transplanter for Digging In The Garden. Serrated Edge for Cutting Or Mulching. Weeded Tip for Getting Weeds At Their Roots. Nylon Pouch Included.
Sharpens the entire cutting surface of your lawn mower blade in minutes. Provides the optimum angled to sharpen most walkbehind rotary lawn mower blades for a healthy beautiful lawn. Other garden tools such as shovels shears hoes and axes will also gain a new lease on life. Easily screws on to your rotary tool in place of the tool s housing cup. Sharpens to the perfect angle. Longwearing nylon material. Comfortable ergonomic design. Recessed thumb grips for comfort and safety. Includes sharpening attachment and one Aluminum Oxide Grinding Stone #932. Length: 6.5. Width: 5.5. Height: 6.5
Napa Forge s 5 Piece Shakespeare s Garden Toolset takes you back to the time of Shakespeare bringing you a trace of nostalgic history. What makes it unique is its traditional styling with four hanging tools. It includes a shovel a broom a poker a traditional black stand and log tongs each with uniquely looped handles for a comfortable grip and easy hanging. It is made of wrought iron. Finish: Graphite. Dimensions: 32 H.
The Ruff amp; Ready 10 piece garden tool kit has everything for garden lovers to create a prize winning flower bed or garden. The tool kit features a rugged carry case. Manufacturer: Ruff amp; Ready. Retail Packaged: Color gift box. UPC Coded: Yes. Materials: Plastic and metal. Dimensions: 14.75 Inches W x 3 inches H x 11.25 inches D (box). How packaged: 1 per box. Set includes:. Pruner with wrist strap. Large hand cultivator. Large trowel. Large spade. Small hand cultivator. Small trowel. Small spade. Weeding blade. Clippers. Plant mister. Materials: Plastic/Metal. Dimensions: 3 in. H x 14.75 in. W x 11.25 in. D
A leaf rake sized just for kids Featuring a colorful kidsafe powder coated metal rake head and hardwood handle. Get the whole family gardening with kids tools from The Rumford Gardener. Kidsized and kidsafe. Leadfree metal head. Includes nylon string for easy hanging. Limited lifetime warranty. Width: 9. Height: 2.5. Length: 45.
This is a Pilgrim Napa Forge Garden Trivet tool set. The Full set includes a circular trivet stand log grabber log poker broom and fireplace shovel. Overall height is 32. Color: Black.
The Flexrake Pocket Gardener MultiFunction 5 in 1 Tool is great for projects around the home or garden. This wonderful tool has 5 tools packed into one. The top functions as a bypass pruner for use keeping plants healthy and cleaned up. Also included are a weeder a halfserrated blade a pruning knife and a bottle opener.
This Garden Tool has a specially designed shape for the easiest sharpening of all your garden tools including the blades of gaspowered and electric lawn mowers.
This is a Pilgrim handforged Graphite tool set. The Full set includes a four point stand log grabber log poker broom and fireplace shovel. Overall height is 29.
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