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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.

5 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in Your Yard

5 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in Your Yard

Mosquitos are more than just an outdoor annoyance; they can pose serious health risks by transmitting diseases like West Nile virus, Zika virus, and malaria. If you are looking for how to get rid of mosquitoes outside, the key is to eliminate their breeding grounds,...

Why Spring is the Perfect Time for Termite Inspections

Why Spring is the Perfect Time for Termite Inspections

Spring is the perfect time for termite inspections because it marks the beginning of termite swarming season. As temperatures rise and humidity increases, termites become more active, searching for new places to establish colonies. Scheduling a professional inspection...

Common Christmas Tree Bugs and How to Get Rid of Them

Common Christmas Tree Bugs and How to Get Rid of Them

Bringing a live Christmas tree into your home can be a magical holiday tradition, but it may also come with some unwelcome guests: bugs. Aphids, spiders, mites, and bark beetles are just some of the insects that can hitch a ride on your tree and make their way into...

The Key to Keeping Odorous House Ants Away from Your Home

The Key to Keeping Odorous House Ants Away from Your Home

Odorous house ants are a persistent household nuisance, commonly found invading kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms in search of food and moisture. These small, dark brown or black ants get their name from the strong, rotten coconut-like odor they release when crushed....

Signs of a Termite Infestation: What to Look for in Winter

Signs of a Termite Infestation: What to Look for in Winter

Winter is not a time to let your guard down when it comes to termites. While these pests are less visible during colder months, they remain active, particularly in the warmth of your home. Spotting the signs of a termite infestation in winter early can save you from...

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Pest Problems

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Pest Problems

Ignoring pest problems in your home or business is a mistake that can lead to serious consequences, including extensive property damage, health risks, and a rapidly worsening infestation. Even minor signs of pests, like a few ants in the kitchen or a mouse sighting in...

Top 5 Pests to Watch Out for This Spring and How to Keep Them Away

Top 5 Pests to Watch Out for This Spring and How to Keep Them Away

Spring is a season of renewal, but it also brings a surge of pest activity as warmer temperatures awaken insects and rodents from their winter dormancy. Common spring pests like ants, mosquitos, and termites can invade homes and yards, causing damage and posing health...

Winter Bugs: Identifying and Managing Indoor Pest Infestations

Winter Bugs: Identifying and Managing Indoor Pest Infestations

As the temperature drops, pests often seek warmth and shelter indoors, making winter a prime time for indoor pest infestations. Managing indoor pest infestations becomes essential to prevent these unwanted guests from disrupting your home. From rodents, spiders to...

Rodent Control: Why Winter is the Prime Time for Mice and Rats

Rodent Control: Why Winter is the Prime Time for Mice and Rats

Winter is the prime time for rodent infestations, particularly for mice and rats, as they seek shelter from the cold. Mice in winter are drawn to warm, cozy environments where food and water are readily available, often making your home their preferred destination. As...

5 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in Your Yard

5 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in Your Yard

Mosquitos are more than just an outdoor annoyance; they can pose serious health risks by transmitting diseases like West Nile virus, Zika virus, and malaria. If you are looking for how to get rid of mosquitoes outside, the key is to eliminate their breeding grounds,...

The Key to Keeping Odorous House Ants Away from Your Home

The Key to Keeping Odorous House Ants Away from Your Home

Odorous house ants are a persistent household nuisance, commonly found invading kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms in search of food and moisture. These small, dark brown or black ants get their name from the strong, rotten coconut-like odor they release when crushed....

Top 5 Pests to Watch Out for This Spring and How to Keep Them Away

Top 5 Pests to Watch Out for This Spring and How to Keep Them Away

Spring is a season of renewal, but it also brings a surge of pest activity as warmer temperatures awaken insects and rodents from their winter dormancy. Common spring pests like ants, mosquitos, and termites can invade homes and yards, causing damage and posing health...

Why Spring is the Perfect Time for Termite Inspections

Why Spring is the Perfect Time for Termite Inspections

Spring is the perfect time for termite inspections because it marks the beginning of termite swarming season. As temperatures rise and humidity increases, termites become more active, searching for new places to establish colonies. Scheduling a professional inspection...

Signs of a Termite Infestation: What to Look for in Winter

Signs of a Termite Infestation: What to Look for in Winter

Winter is not a time to let your guard down when it comes to termites. While these pests are less visible during colder months, they remain active, particularly in the warmth of your home. Spotting the signs of a termite infestation in winter early can save you from...

Winter Bugs: Identifying and Managing Indoor Pest Infestations

Winter Bugs: Identifying and Managing Indoor Pest Infestations

As the temperature drops, pests often seek warmth and shelter indoors, making winter a prime time for indoor pest infestations. Managing indoor pest infestations becomes essential to prevent these unwanted guests from disrupting your home. From rodents, spiders to...

Common Christmas Tree Bugs and How to Get Rid of Them

Common Christmas Tree Bugs and How to Get Rid of Them

Bringing a live Christmas tree into your home can be a magical holiday tradition, but it may also come with some unwelcome guests: bugs. Aphids, spiders, mites, and bark beetles are just some of the insects that can hitch a ride on your tree and make their way into...

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Pest Problems

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Pest Problems

Ignoring pest problems in your home or business is a mistake that can lead to serious consequences, including extensive property damage, health risks, and a rapidly worsening infestation. Even minor signs of pests, like a few ants in the kitchen or a mouse sighting in...

Rodent Control: Why Winter is the Prime Time for Mice and Rats

Rodent Control: Why Winter is the Prime Time for Mice and Rats

Winter is the prime time for rodent infestations, particularly for mice and rats, as they seek shelter from the cold. Mice in winter are drawn to warm, cozy environments where food and water are readily available, often making your home their preferred destination. As...

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Rain, Rain, Go Away… And Take the Pests With You!

April showers may bring May flowers, but they also bring more bugs. Many bugs are not a fan of excessive or heavy rain, and for this reason, you will notice more bugs out and about or in your home after heavy rain. Just like us, they are doing their best to stay dry....

Could an Early Spring Mean More Pests?

This is a tricky question. While there are many invasive pests out there that don’t do too well when the cold winter temperatures arrive, many insects have no problem. In fact, many of the pests that pose problems in the summer find ways to make it through even the...

Mice…Not Welcome Here!

As the weather cools in the next few months, and the grain has been scavenged from the field, our furry little friends find their way into our homes. These insidious tiny creatures are desperate for food and warmth as the winter days approach and are masterful at...

Commercial Pest Control Can Save Your Business!

When you don’t have the right tools and services, pests can become an unfortunate factor in everyday life. It’s one thing to have to take care of these issues in a home setting. However, it can become a whole new ball game when it comes to your business.  In addition...

How to Fight Ticks This Summer

Summer is definitely here.  Along with longer days, gardening, hiking, camping, or just enjoying the great outdoors, come ticks. Whether it's your furry friend bringing them into your house, or you taking a seat on the grass at the ballpark, no one wants ticks.Tick...

Don’t Fear the Fleas!

The flea. An annoying, jumping, creepy parasite that can become a recurring nuisance to not just your furry family, but your human family as well! The most common type of flea is the cat flea. Cat fleas do not just dine on cats. These fleas survive on warm-blooded...

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