As soon as the temperatures drop those small rodents who may have been comfortable making nests outside will start to think your warm home is looking better as the nights grow colder. This is why you want to be sure you are prepared to fend off those rodents as they try to penetrate your home. If they do come inside, you want to get them out as quickly as possible. A ‘mouse in the house’ isn’t as fun as the popular kid’s book makes it sound.…
Read More »Siding on a home needs to be strong enough to withstand the various damage caused by rain, wind, and hail. However, there can be pests that cause more problems for home siding. These are a few pests that you should be aware of due to the damage they can create. Rodents When a mouse tries to find a way into your house, its purpose is to seek out shelter and find food.…
Read More »Termites are one of the most destructive pests that your home can suffer from, as their appetite for wood and other organic products means that they can cause a great deal of structural damage to your home which can be expensive and complicated to fix. Fortunately, there are a number of red flags associated with a termite population in your home that you can watch out for to catch and stop these pests before an infestation takes hold.…
Read More »Summer is synonymous with vacation travel. Unfortunately, the more you travel—and the more guests you have in your home—the more likely it is that you’ll come in contact with bed bugs. If you’ve ever dealt with bedbugs before, you know how difficult they can be to get rid of. If you’ve never had to deal with bedbugs before, you definitely don’t want to start. They’re nasty creatures that will invade your home and take months to get rid of.…
Read More »Cutting down a tree is expensive, so many people choose to leave the stump to cut costs. Unfortunately, leaving old stumps in your yard can cause many problems, such as pest infestations inside your home. If you don’t think you need to get rid of that stump, check out these three reasons you should. They Attract Pests to Your Home Pests are just dying to get inside your home because it provides comfort, protection and food.…
Read More »Although squirrels seem like cute little furballs that lure you into throwing them peanuts in your yard, having them on your property can be dangerous to your home. If you feed squirrels and they recognize you as a source of tasty food, they can become aggressive in their quest to get at your food supply. Tossing peanuts to squirrels in your yard is generally a bad idea, and it can lead to increasing numbers of squirrels who then try to break into your attic.…
Read More »The last thing you may want to deal with is having insects in your living space. This can be incredibly frustrating and isn’t good for your health either. The good news is there are things you can do that will allow your home to be less likely to have pests. Being aware of tips to assist in accomplishing this may be helpful to you. Tip #1: Use a door sweep…
Read More »Cockroaches are one of the most common pests which may take up residence within your home, and can carry a variety of different diseases. Cockroaches are also notoriously quick breeders, which means that even a small population hidden away within your home can quickly bloom into a full-on infestation. Understanding what some of the warning signs associated with cockroaches in your house are can help you identify a population early so that you can contact a pest control specialist to have them removed before they can multiply.…
Read More »We’ve all dealt with fruit flies at some point. They are those seemingly harmless little flies that attract to fruit that is left out in fruit bowls on the counter. While they may seem like a mere annoyance, their presence can actually be harmful to your health. Here’s why: They’re Hairy: You can’t see it with your own eye, but these fruit flies are very hairy. Why is this a problem?…
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