replying to David, Sue Modikoane wrote:
dsurls wrote:

We recently moved into a new house where the previous owner had
installed (two months prior to selling) a Sentricon termite system by
Arrow Exterminating. They apparently paid around $900 for the system.
We are currently facing the renewal of the annual contract which runs
around $340. This covers repairs and retreats.
My question: is it really worth renewing this service, or should we
look for a typical retreat service contract for about one-third the
cost?
And does anyone know whether or not, if we cancel with Arrow, they
will come and remove the Sentricon system already in place -- or do
they leave it and simply no longer cover for any damages, etc.? In
other words, could I possibly go with another (cheaper) termite
service company for the annual contract, but keep the system already
installed?
Thanks in advance!


Two years ago I spent $5000 for a Sentricon system in Laredo. It didn't
work. In fact, I think the situation is much worse now. My advice would
be to convert your money into single $1 bills. Spray each bill with
non-toxic orange oil which does work and bury them all around the
perimeter of your home. That way if, at the end of the next year, if you
still have termites, at least you won't also feel totally ripped off, as I
now do.

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