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Need to know the difference between wasps and hornets? Or how to win the fight against ants? We stay on the cutting edge of the latest news and developments in residential and commercial pest control. Browse our topics to best know how to fight pests in your home or business.
Arachnophile
According to Wikipedia, a person who admires spiders is referred to as an “Arachnophile.” Right off the bat let’s get one thing clear - you will not find any spider lovers here at Hopper Termite & Pest. Although some spiders are absolutely harmless, some are...
Are You Ticked Off?
Did you hear the one about the four types of ticks? Dog Ticks, Deer Ticks, Lone Star Ticks, and POLI-TICKS? Joking aside, ticks are no fun at all! At Hopper Termite & Pest, we take ticks and their threat very seriously. When the weather gets warmer, humans and...
Spring is Springing
While we are watching the transition from winter to spring, at Hopper Termite & Pest we are just as busy as ever helping homes and businesses prepare for the upcoming season! You may think it’s fine to wait a few weeks to call Hopper - BUT getting a jump on Spring...
Five Rodent Remedies
When it comes to rodents, there have been many attempts to deal with them over the years. Despite these valiant efforts, they just keep coming back again and again and again. Here are five things to consider from Hopper Termite & Pest that will help you get the...
Preventing Termites in Your Home: Tips and Tricks for Homeowners
Discovering a termite infestation in your home is something that you most likely want to avoid at all costs. Unlike some other types of pests, termites aren’t attracted to a messy home with food that’s been left out or trash that hasn’t been taken out. Termites only...
Pest Management Month is Coming
According to the National Pest Management Association, April is “National Pest Management Month.” For more than 40 years, this annual designation has acknowledged the pest management industry’s ongoing commitment to the protection of health, food, and property from...
Ants In Your Plants
Just when you thought your pest problems were under control, spring rolls around and the army of ants make their annual return. It’s almost like you can hear them chant, “Left, left, left-right, left!” Here are a few things you need to know about ants, and how you can...
The Trouble With Termites
Like it or not, termite season is here. The weather is getting warmer, spring is here and it’s game on! Termites are prevalent in our area and are referred to in some circles as the “silent destroyers!” They have the ability to chew through wood, flooring and...
DIY vs. Professional Termite Control: Which is the Best Option for Your Situation?
Realizing that your home is dealing with an infestation of any kind can be enormously stressful. In addition to the potential hazards that come along with insects in the home– like bacteria or even structural damage– just knowing that your home is infested with...
Arachnophile
According to Wikipedia, a person who admires spiders is referred to as an “Arachnophile.” Right off the bat let’s get one thing clear - you will not find any spider lovers here at Hopper Termite & Pest. Although some spiders are absolutely harmless, some are...
Five Rodent Remedies
When it comes to rodents, there have been many attempts to deal with them over the years. Despite these valiant efforts, they just keep coming back again and again and again. Here are five things to consider from Hopper Termite & Pest that will help you get the...
Ants In Your Plants
Just when you thought your pest problems were under control, spring rolls around and the army of ants make their annual return. It’s almost like you can hear them chant, “Left, left, left-right, left!” Here are a few things you need to know about ants, and how you can...
Are You Ticked Off?
Did you hear the one about the four types of ticks? Dog Ticks, Deer Ticks, Lone Star Ticks, and POLI-TICKS? Joking aside, ticks are no fun at all! At Hopper Termite & Pest, we take ticks and their threat very seriously. When the weather gets warmer, humans and...
Preventing Termites in Your Home: Tips and Tricks for Homeowners
Discovering a termite infestation in your home is something that you most likely want to avoid at all costs. Unlike some other types of pests, termites aren’t attracted to a messy home with food that’s been left out or trash that hasn’t been taken out. Termites only...
The Trouble With Termites
Like it or not, termite season is here. The weather is getting warmer, spring is here and it’s game on! Termites are prevalent in our area and are referred to in some circles as the “silent destroyers!” They have the ability to chew through wood, flooring and...
Spring is Springing
While we are watching the transition from winter to spring, at Hopper Termite & Pest we are just as busy as ever helping homes and businesses prepare for the upcoming season! You may think it’s fine to wait a few weeks to call Hopper - BUT getting a jump on Spring...
Pest Management Month is Coming
According to the National Pest Management Association, April is “National Pest Management Month.” For more than 40 years, this annual designation has acknowledged the pest management industry’s ongoing commitment to the protection of health, food, and property from...
DIY vs. Professional Termite Control: Which is the Best Option for Your Situation?
Realizing that your home is dealing with an infestation of any kind can be enormously stressful. In addition to the potential hazards that come along with insects in the home– like bacteria or even structural damage– just knowing that your home is infested with...
We’re termite & pest experts
When it comes to protection from pests, we have you covered. Our highly trained technicians are members of the Arkansas Pest Management Association as well as the National Pest Management Association. Call today so we can get a tailored plan started for you and your specific needs!
Overwintering: What You Need to Know About Preventing Winter Pests
Now that the temperatures are beginning to drop and our area has experienced a few overnight freezes, you may have heard people talking about how the lower temperatures will help kill off any bugs that seem to be a nuisance during the spring and summer. This may be...
Pests to Look Out For This Fall
Just because the summer weather is on it’s way out, it doesn’t mean that your pest problems are over. In fact, the fall season is one season that you don’t want to let down your guard when it comes to pests. Insects, rodents, and small animals are all on the hunt for...
6 Common Myths About Bed Bugs
In this day and time, it is easier than ever to look up anything you have ever wanted to know about a particular topic. However, just because someone tells you something or you see it posted on social media, it doesn’t mean that it is true. It’s important to get your...
How to Get Rid of Fleas in the House
How to use this templateWhat do you get when you mix a wet spring with a warm summer? You get lots and lots of bugs. Like many pests around our area of the Ozarks, fleas thrive off of these types of environments. Their numbers can grow surprisingly fast and take over...
Do You Have a Bed Bug Problem?
How to use this templateIn the natural state and surrounding areas, it is not uncommon to get a bite or two from an insect such as a mosquito or chigger. However, no one expects or wants to be bitten by the infamous BED BUG. These bugs can creep into your home and...
3 Simple Solutions to Get Rid of Scorpions in Your Home
How to use this templateScorpions. When most people think of scorpions, they think of the giant black scorpions that play larger than life characters in the movies. Many people also think that scorpions can only be found in the desert. The truth is that you can also...