Rats are a type of pest that no homeowner wants to deal with. Seeing a scurrying rat in your home can be very alarming, and it is also possible for rats to carry diseases that can pose a health hazard. Rats can reproduce very quickly, so it is important to be proactive if you suspect that there is a rat infestation in your home. Use the following tips to deal with rats in your house:…
Read More »A termite infestation can have the potential to cause catastrophic structural damage to your house if it is not treated in a timely manner. While homeowners are often aware of the problems that termites can pose, they may not be knowledgeable about the steps for combating or preventing termites from causing this damage. Have Your Home Undergo A Termite Inspection On A Yearly Basis Termites will most often target areas of the home that are extremely difficult for you to see.…
Read More »When you think of spiders, you often think of the poisonous, frightening species. Spiders are common in the home and can be eradicated with the assistance of a pest control expert. Learning about 3 different types of spiders you are likely to see in your home can help you understand these 8-legged creatures a little better so you best know how to get rid of them. House spider As the name implies, this is a common spider found in the home that makes large cobwebs in upper corners of ceilings.…
Read More »If you have a neighbor whose home has been invaded by German cockroaches, you may wonder whether or not the insects have also infested your house. There are signs that can indicate the presence of the pests. Here are a few of them: Empty Egg Sacs Sacs that resemble tiny brown pills may be found around the cabinet corners or other dark spaces within your kitchen or bathroom. Once empty, the light-brown sacs have a translucent appearance and are easily recognizable as a type of insect encasement.…
Read More »If you have a pest problem in your home, you need to take action as soon as possible. The faster that you react when you find that there are pests in your home the better. There are all sorts of different pests that you can find in your home, but this article is going to focus mostly on those little creepy crawlies with an exoskeleton. Bugs can be a huge problem in a home, and sometimes you do not see them until there is a major problem.…
Read More »Mice are frustrating pests. They’re so tiny, they can wiggle through the tiniest gaps and get inside your home with ease. Once inside, they wreak havoc by shredding papers and cloth for bedding and chewing through walls to move through your home. They leave behind droppings and germs. They also cause an overpowering odor in your home when they’re present in large numbers. Needless to say, you want to get rid of mice in a hurry and keep them from coming back.…
Read More »Whether you’ve been in business for some time and are finally getting on board with technology, or if you’re just starting up and looking to generate some new clientele, a website is a perfect way for you to advertise your pest control company. It not only opens you up to a larger audience, it also gives you a chance to showcase your professionalism and business acumen by maintaining the website on a consistent basis.…
Read More »Even if you’re a social butterfly who loves entertaining guests at your home, there are certain visitors you don’t want showing up at your doorstep. Termites are like those unwanted visitors, and there are mistakes you can make that will undoubtedly attract them to your home. If you don’t want belligerent party animals showing up at your house at 1 a.m., then don’t fill your house with kegs and place a sign out front that says “…
Read More »Many people wrongly assume that they cannot get bed bugs during the winter time. However, this is not true. Here are two things that you need to know about how bed bugs respond to winter and what you can do to fight against bed bugs. #1 Bed Bugs Thrive Indoors During The Winter It is true that bed bugs have a hard time surviving outdoors during the winter time. This is because bed bugs enjoy when it is nice and warm; when the outside temperatures get too low, any bed bug that is stuck outside may be killed and their eggs will not survive freezing temperatures.…
Read More »If you’ve been battling pests not in your home but in your garden, you may have reached a tipping point where pesticides are starting to look like a good idea even if you’ve been trying to avoid their use. One tactic for controlling mites, aphids, and scale is to buy (or attract) and release ladybugs, but there are a few things you should know before actually buying a case of these winged garden saviors.…
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