Pest Control, From Ants to Zorapterans

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Pest Control, From Ants to Zorapterans

You probably know what ants are, but have you heard of zorapterans? They're a genus of flying insects that are common pests in tropical climates. You may not find them in your home in North America, but you will need to be aware of a lot of other pests, including ants, bats, earwigs, crickets, and cockroaches. That may seem like a lot, but luckily, you can rely on pest control experts to do the hard work. You will just need to focus on preventative measures like keeping food sources and water sources cleaned up. Learn more about those measures and the more involved tactics pest control companies use on this educational blog.

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6 Steps To Take In Winter To Prevent Pest Invasion In Spring

29 January 2021
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Winter is a time when homeowners can take a break from rampant summer pests like wasps and ants. But although your kitchen surfaces are no longer plagued by ants, that doesn't mean you shouldn't prepare in advance for the coming spring invasion. Springtime brings ants, wasps, termites, rodents, birds, and a whole host of other invasive pests. So if you want to make sure your home stays pest-free when spring arrives, prepare your home in the following ways during the colder months of winter. Read More …

How To Get A Moth Problem Under Control With The Help Of A Pest Control Company

19 January 2021
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It's frustrating to find that moths have eaten holes in your clothes. Clothes moths can do a lot of damage to your fabric items, such as wool clothing, carpets, and upholstered furniture. Eliminating and preventing an infestation of moths is important because once holes are in your clothing, they might be ruined. Here are some steps for getting rid of clothes moths. Check Your Closet For Moths When you see moth holes or find a silken web under a shirt collar, examine the rest of your closet to see how bad the moth problem is. Read More …

Should You Call In The Big Guns For Some Little Ants?

30 December 2020
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Few homeowners are lucky enough to avoid having to deal with ants altogether. These tiny critters tend to find their way into just about any structure, and their presence can range from a mild nuisance to a significant problem. You've probably dealt with ants in the past, but what should you do when your solutions seem to fail consistently or provide only temporary relief? You might be reluctant to call in a professional to deal with a " Read More …

Ways You Are Attracting Termites To Your Home

16 December 2020
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If you or a friend or neighbor has ever had a termite infestation, you know the devastation that a single colony of termites can cause. You want to do everything you can to ensure termites do not wreak havoc on your home or property. Unfortunately, there are things you might be doing that you might not realize are making your home and lawn very attractive to termites. Here are a few ways you might be unknowingly making your home more attractive to termites. Read More …

Why Aren’t Your Termite Control Efforts Working?

4 December 2020
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Termites are incredibly destructive little pests. They can chew apart a fence, a deck, or even your home's structural beams. Maybe you've been taking steps to control them, but they still seem to be chewing away at your structures. What are you doing wrong? Well, probably one of these things. 1. Using insecticides rather than baits. Insecticides are not incredibly effective against termites. They work well against cockroaches and ants, so they are the first thing many homeowners reach for when termites start showing up. Read More …