While you may have heard how someone found a mouse in their home and you were surprised because their house is immaculate, you shouldn’t be surprised because mice can end up anywhere. However, there are some homes that are more at risk of an infestation and this usually is due to the condition of the home. This doesn’t mean that everyone with mice keeps a bad house, but it does mean they are catering to rodents somehow. Read More»
Cockroaches are not only frightening pests to see in the home, and they can also be dangerous. While this might be surprising for many people to learn, a cockroach infestation can have negative effects on the health of you and your family. Not only are cockroach bites possible, but roaches can also contaminate food and increase your family’s risk of allergies. Thankfully, professional help is available if your home is infested with roaches. Read More»
The appearance of a flea in an apartment full of pets is cause for alarm, but the appearance of a flea in one with no pets can be baffling. That is, it can baffle anyone except pest control techs. Fleas don’t suddenly appear out of nowhere, so there is a reason that you’ve just found one even though the apartment complex you manage doesn’t allow pets. Keep in mind that fleas can breed quickly, so you need to alert your pest control company now and start routinely treating the complex until the problem is gone. Read More»
Household ants can be a big problem. They often come and go over the course of the year. They may swarm indoors when food is left out, and you may see an abundance of ants after a rainy spell. Keeping tiny ants out of your house is extremely difficult because they can get in through the tiniest cracks due to their small size. Here are some tips that help with ant control. Read More»
Now that summer has arrived, all of the bugs in your yard are trying to get into your home in search of cooler temperatures and water to drink. Just like you and your family seek shelter from the heat of the mid-day sun, so too do the flies, ants, spiders, and other insects living in your yard. Thankfully, there are many things you can do to prevent pests from getting inside of your house this summer, including each of these tips from pest control professionals: Read More»
With the warm showers of springtime come unwanted visitors: mice. Rodents and many other pests look to come in out of the rain, which makes your home, vehicles, and property more vulnerable to an infestation. Protect yourself and be vigilant to prevent mice from making your home theirs. Some tips to prevent mice during wet weather and spring showers include: Keep mice from getting in. Before mice seek refuge from the rain in your home, keep them from being able to gain access inside. Read More»
The garage is both a part of your home yet separate. Many people don’t hold the garage to the same standards as they do the rest of the home when it comes to cleanliness. Unfortunately, this can lead to a pest problem, which can even spreadtoo the rest of your home if you have an attached garage. Insects and rodents can both be drawn to the protection that your garage affords. The following tips can show you how to keep them out. Read More»
If you’ve opened a dark, damp cupboard, or moved a bunch of books and newspapers, then you may suddenly see a scattering of silverfish. Silverfish are a common pest in many homes, but you’ll likely never see them in the daytime. If you see only one or two once in a while, then there shouldn’t be an issue. However, if you find that you have a large number, then you may want to take action. Read More»
You can take many steps to try to prevent termites from entering your home, but if you have a fireplace that uses firewood, you may be accidentally bringing termites in. If you bring the firewood into your home, the termites might then make their way to other parts of your home and cause damage. If you stack firewood near your house, this can also attract termites. Obtaining Firewood Firewood that is the most likely to be infested with termites come from rotting or dead trees. Read More»
If you’re dealing with insects or unwanted creatures in your home, you may be fed up and ready for a change. Dealing with unwanted pests can make your home uncomfortable to live in and you may feel as if you’ll never find a solution. The good news is there is a solution available and there are professionals who are willing and able to help. Keep reading to better understand what to do about unwanted pests and to learn how to get rid of insect problems for good. Read More»