Endurance Pest Management LLC

04/15/2026

Right on cue. I went to do a quarterly for a customer and was greeted at the front door by termites. If you see a ton of black bugs crawling around your house it’s time for a professional inspection. Call or text today at 405-612-5928

04/14/2026

Some nice termite tubes I found at two different places this year and last year. The two hanging from the joist were over a foot long. There’s a lot of damage here that could’ve been avoided long before these pictures were taken. Call us today and mention this post to receive 5% off your termite treatment.

04/13/2026

April Insect Spotlight: The Subterranean Termite

April in Oklahoma is the peak of "Swarm Season," and I would like to take the time to put the spotlight on the most destructive guest a homeowner can have: The Termite.

After a warm April rain, termite colonies send out winged "swarmers" to start new homes.

Here are a few ways to identify the threat and protect your home:

1. Identification

Body Shape: Ants have a "pinched" waist; termites have a thick, straight waist.

Antennae: Ants have elbowed (bent) antennae; termites have straight, beaded ones.

Wings: Termite wings are all the same length and twice as long as their body.

2. Exterior Inspections

Mud Tubes: Look for pencil-sized tubes made of dirt running up your foundation or in your garage. This is their "tunnel" from the soil to your wood.

Discarded Wings: If you find piles of small, clear wings on your windowsills or near doors, a swarm has already occurred.

3. Ground Maintenance

Wood-to-Ground Contact: Ensure no wooden siding, deck posts, or door frames are touching the bare soil.

Mulch Management: Keep mulch at least 6 inches away from your foundation. It holds moisture and provides a perfect "blanket" for termites to travel under.

If you see wings on the windowsill or mud tubes on the brick this month, give us a call first. DM us "SWARM" or E-mail to schedule your Comprehensive Termite Treatment and Warranty/Inspection Service.

BONUS: Mention this post and we’ll give you 5% OFF the initial treatment!

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04/13/2026

Because I was busy with spraying w**ds and welcoming new customers, I am behind on the insect spotlight for March.

With the spring rains starting to soak in, I would like to take the time to put the spotlight on a very common invader here in Oklahoma: The Odorous House Ant.

These ants are generally small, about 1/16 to 1/8 of an inch long, and typically have dark brown or black bodies.

The most reliable way to identify them is through their distinctive odor. When crushed, these ants release an unpleasant smell often described as rotten coconut or pine. To test this, you can gently crush a few ants with a paper towel.

These ants are commonly found in kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms, drawn to sweet foods, grease, or moisture. Observing their trails can also provide clues, as they tend to form distinct, quick trails, moving from food sources back to their colony.

As the ground gets saturated, these ants move their colonies toward higher, drier ground—which usually means your kitchen counters and pantry. Do you want to reach for the sugar for your morning coffee and find a "marching band" of ants that have already helped themselves? Me neither.
Here are a few ways to keep the invasion at bay:

1. Sanitation & Prep
Wipe it Down: Use a vinegar-water solution to clean countertops. It breaks down the "scent trails" ants use to lead the rest of the colony to food.
Seal the Goods: Transfer cereal, sugar, and snacks into airtight plastic or glass containers.
Pet Food: Don't leave pet bowls out overnight; this is an easy snack for a scouting ant. Also seal pet foods in airtight containers.

2. Exclusion & Entry
Seal the Gaps: Check the caulking around your windows and the weather stripping under your doors. If light can get through, an ant can too.
Trim the Greenery: Keep bushes and tree limbs trimmed back so they don't touch your house. These act as highways that bypass your foundation.

3. The "Don't Spray" Rule
Avoid Over-the-Counter Sprays: Cheap "repellent" sprays often cause a colony to "bud," meaning they split into three or four smaller colonies inside your walls to survive.
Bait, Don't Blast: If you see ants, let them be until a pro can apply a non-repellent treatment they can carry back to the queen.

4. Moisture Control
Fix Leaks: Ants are primarily looking for water. Check under the kitchen sink and bathroom vanities for any slow drips.
Gutter Maintenance: Ensure your gutters are clear and downspouts are moving water away from your foundation. Also insure that leaves, rocks, bricks, wood and other cluttered debris are cleaned and moved away from the home. They love to form colonies here.

If you’re seeing scouts in your kitchen or trails on your foundations this month, give us a call first. DM us "ANT" or E-mail to schedule your Quarterly Interior/Exterior Treatment to stop the march before it starts.

BONUS: Mention this post and we’ll give you 5% OFF the initial treatment and inspection!

03/03/2026

Shout out this week goes to Endurance Pest Management!
We would like to thank Endurance Pest for sponsoring Glencoe Baseball, your outfield sign looks great and thanks for spraying the field!! Please consider using them for your pest, termite, and lawn treatments!

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02/02/2026

February Insect Spotlight: The Brown Recluse

With garage sale season right around the corner, I would like to take the time to put the spotlight on a very common arachnid here in our homes: The Brown Recluse.

As we wake up from winter and start our spring cleaning, it’s important to stay safe and be aware that these spiders are already inside our homes. Do you want to see a different kind of surprise when you find that old Led Zeppelin record your parents bought you in high school? Me neither.

Here are a few ways to stay safe when digging up the past:

1. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Gloves: Thick leather or heavy nitrile.

Clothing: Long sleeves and pants tucked into socks/boots.

Seal: Tape your cuffs if the infestation is heavy.

2. Pre-Check & Movement

Relocate: Move boxes to a brightly lit, open area (outside is best) before opening.

External Scan: Flashlight-inspect all seams, corners, and the bottom of the box.

Flush: Tap the box firmly with a tool to trigger movement before grabbing it.

3. Safe Extraction

No Blind Reaching: Never stick a hand into a dark box. Use a tool to pry flaps.

The "Shake Out": Individually shake items over a clear floor or bin.

Containment: Transfer contents immediately to sealable plastic totes.

4. Disposal & Cleanup

Flatten Immediately: Don't leave empty boxes standing; flatten and bag them for disposal.

Vacuum Ready: Keep a vacuum running to catch "runners" or egg sacs.

Sticky Perimeter: Place glue boards around your work zone to catch escapees.

If you’re planning a garage or attic clean-out this month, give us a call first. DM us "CLEAN" or E-mail to schedule your Quarterly Interior/Exterior Treatment to help keep these bad memories a thing of the past.

BONUS: Mention this post and we’ll give you 5% OFF the initial treatment and inspection!

01/05/2026

Stop Spring Weeds BEFORE They Grow!

Don't wait for the w**ds to take over your lawn. February and March is the critical window for pre-emergent treatment. By the time you see the dandelions, it’s already too late. Get on our schedule now to stop spring w**ds before they germinate.

An added benefit to w**d spraying in spring is the “spring delay”. That means customers on average spend 6-8 weeks less time mowing w**ds in the lawn before bermuda starts to grow. Weeds come before the bermuda grass does so give us a call today and keep the mower put up longer!

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09/24/2025

In good company at the Glencoe Baseball and Softball fields.

07/16/2025

Buying or selling a home? You’ll need to have a termite inspection done. Inspecting a home for termites is important for many reasons. Not only are we looking for active termites but also previous damage, previous treatments and conditions that favor termite activity. Give us a call today! 405-612-5928

06/13/2025

When doing a major remodel you always seem to find more problems…

09/16/2024

It hasn’t been quite one year, but still great results! Goes to show what the correct fertilizer and w**d control can do. **dcontrol