Whether you have a rodent problem or your home is overrun with creepy, crawly insects, you probably want to take immediate action to tackle the problem right away. Dealing with an infestation early can help to make it easier to control, but there are a few mistakes you’ll want to avoid as you work to get rid of your pests. Here are a few things to consider as you are looking for solutions to your pest control problem.…
Read More »The discovery of a pest control problem right before your houseguests arrive is disheartening. After all, you’ve spent time trying to make sure that everything is perfect, and now you a trail of ants crawling throughout your cooking space. While an ant problem can be tricky to eliminate, you can clear them out of your kitchen fast by using these control strategies. Reduce the Moisture Ants tend to come indoors to find a source of either food or water.…
Read More »Sure, insects are a part of nature. However, this doesn’t mean you’re overly excited when some of these bugs decide to congregate around your yard. An infestation in your yard is a nuisance for you and your pets. Learn what you can do to keep an outbreak away. Take Care of Your Lawn The foundation of a pest-free lawn is a lawn that is properly cared for. During the spring and summer months, if you’re regularly waiting until the grass is nearly a foot long to cut it, you’re creating the perfect habit for these insects to come inside.…
Read More »When it comes to bed bugs, prevention is the name of the game. Most people don’t event know that they have a problem until after they have been bitten. Since it usually takes a couple days for the bite to be noticeable, and since bed bugs only come out at night, it is easy to see how they can really catch by surprise. So, if you have bed bugs, despite your best prevention efforts, you want to get to work fixing the problem asap.…
Read More »Lady bugs are one thing, but if you’ve got Asian lady beetles, you need to get rid of them. Not only will they destroy your garden, but they’ll also swarm by the hundreds, and over run your home. Lady beetles don’t like to be disturbed, so once they get in your home, they’ll emit an obnoxious odor. Luckily, there are some steps you can take to get rid of them once and for all.…
Read More »Now that the end of summer is almost here, you may already be thinking ahead to the upcoming holiday season. If you’re like most busy homeowners, you never feel quite prepared when the holiday seasons hits. However, with a little advance planning, you can be ready for the houseguests and festivities that the holiday season brings. Following are four things that you can do this month that will make the holidays in your home more pleasant for everyone.…
Read More »Keeping your backyard free from pests throughout the summer months can provide you with an enjoyable space for entertaining or just spending time with the family. If you prefer natural pest control methods, consider these ideas you can put to work in your yard. For pest problems that won’t go away even with natural methods, be sure to contact a pest control service. Insect-Repelling Plants While insects are attracted to certain plants, there are some plants that pests just don’t like.…
Read More »You expect a few ants during an outdoor picnic, yet you woke up this morning to find that those little brown and black critters have invaded your kitchen. While discovering a pest problem in your home is always upsetting, the good news is that ant infestations are fairly easy to figure out. As you inspect your home for additional uninvited guests, use these tips to get those ants out of your house.…
Read More »If you see one mouse chances are you have more than that in your commercial building. This is because a female mouse can have up to 35 babies each year and if you have more than one female mouse in your building then this means you can become infested quickly. To prevent this from happening, below are some tips on how you can get the mice out of your building and prevent them from coming back.…
Read More »It is not a good experience to find that you have rodents in your home. You can actually see a rat or a mouse, but you may also have started to see fecal pellets, and either situation is not pleasant. Other than not being a good experience, rats and mice can be dangerous to have in the home. The fecal pellets of rats and mice can carry diseases and viruses. Also fleas on some rats can also carry terrible diseases.…
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