A raised pool deck can be an attractive addition to any property with an above-ground pool, but unfortunately, they aren’t just attractive to humans. The space beneath a raised pool deck can be an inviting habitat for unwelcome animal pests, including every homeowner’s worst nightmare — skunks.
Are Skunks Beneath Your Raised Pool Deck Dangerous?
Generally speaking, skunks aren’t particularly dangerous to humans. They are timid, non-aggressive creatures that rarely bite or scratch.…
If you suspect a pest problem in your home, you may wonder what kind of pest it is, how severe the infestation is, and whether you need professional help to get rid of it. There are five steps you should follow to figure out how challenging your pest control infestation might be.
1. Identify the Pest
Look for signs of a pest, such as:
Droppings Nests Damage You might also spot the pest in your home.…
Summer is here. If you haven’t hired a pest control service, now’s the time to do that. Warm weather tends to bring out all the nasty bugs. But, it also brings out the wild. Unfortunately, bugs and wildlife can pose a serious problem for you and your family. Plus, once you have an invasion of bugs and wildlife, the problems can be harder to overcome. Read the list below. If these are any of the reasons you’ve decided not to call for pest control services, it’s time to rethink the decision.…
Does your investment property have termites? Before you spray the walls or try another DIY treatment method, take a look at what landlords need to know about these common pests, the problems they can create, and termite exterminators.
Aren’t Termites Just Big Household Ants?
No, termites are not large ants. While they look like an oversized version of the tiny brown or black bugs that also often invade homes, termites do more than forage for food inside of structures.…
You don’t want to wait until you see pests around your house to have the pest control company come out. If you wait until you see the visual evidence of pest problems, then there may already be a full-blown infestation going on. You can learn why preventative pest control services are so important when you keep reading the rest of this information. Here are three ways preventative pest control can help your home and your family: …
The thing with pests like ants is that they can come into your house no matter how clean it is. It doesn’t mean that your house is dirty; it just means that the ants have found some nutrition in your home. It could be as simple as a drip of water from a pipe or some crumbs that didn’t get swept up. If you have ants, you want to get rid of them as quickly as possible.…
There are some areas of your home that may be significantly more likely to experience pest problems. Being aware of the areas that are the most vulnerable to these problems can help you more effectively prevent significant pest issues from developing in your home.
Parts Of The Home That Are Rarely Used Or Visited
There are numerous areas in your house that you may rarely visit. Unfortunately, the areas can be essentially prone to developing significant pest issues as the fact that you will rarely see these spaces can allow pest problems to develop for a lengthy period of time before they are noticed.…
