How to Tell if Your Home has Termites Termites are winged, ant-like insects that live in the wooden parts of a building. They can be found in the floor, sub-flooring, roof, support columns, or even in the sheetrock. Termites are more common in some areas of the country than others, and they can cause severe damage to your home by … Read More
What to do if You Have an Embarrassing Cockroach Problem
It’s every host’s worst nightmare. You decide to host a small gathering of friends to enjoy a nice dinner, some light conversation and entertainment. Everything is going well until one of your guests lets out a cry of surprise. Soon the others notice that a very uninvited guest has joined your party. Cockroaches are not only a nuisance in your … Read More
FAQ’s Every Homeowner Needs to Know To Help Prevent Zika Virus
How is Zika prevented and/or treated? There is not currently an approved vaccination for the Zika virus. Though a vaccine is being aggressively researched, the WHO (World Health Organization) anticipates that it will take at least 18 months before clinical trials can take place. How is the Zika virus transmitted? The virus infects people through the bite of an infected … Read More
Facts About Stinging Insects
Wasps, hornets, yellow jackets and bees … they are part of nature and do have their place in the vast world we live in. But getting stung by a wasp, hornet, yellow jacket, bee or similar insect can cause a problem because when provoked, these creatures may be dangerous if you are allergic to their toxins. When outdoors, knowing what … Read More
How Commercial Establishments Can Keep Trash Clear from Pests
It is vitally important to keep any commercial establishment free from pests at all times. Customers want and deserve a commercial space that is welcoming, safe and free from insects of any kind. The owner of any commercial establishment must be aware of the many steps their employees can take to get rid of any existing pests and make sure that … Read More
6 Tips for Preventing Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are becoming a larger problem in many places, and you have probably dealt with them at least once. Here are seven ways to prevent them and hold them off until you can call a pest control specialist to wipe them out for good. Change Your Bedsheets Every Three Days Make sure that you change your bedsheets at least … Read More
How to Identify Termite Swarmers Around Your Home
A skill that is imperative to keeping your home safe and secure, learning to identify termite swarmers around your home can save you a wealth of trouble and turmoil. A helpful skill for home and business owners alike, if you are looking for information on how to identify termite swarmers near your home, keep reading. Physical Characteristics of Termites First … Read More
Be Smart With Lawn Pest Control and Fertilizer This Spring
Spring sees the world coming awake after a long winter of slumber. Flowers are peeking through the ground, grass is becoming green again – and pests are returning. Unfortunately, pests can make it difficult for you to enjoy the finer things of spring, including your lawn and garden. Pests can cause damage to new grass and other plants and they … Read More
Arizona Heat Forces Scorpions Inside
There is a direct correlation between an increase in temperature and the number of scorpions navigating indoors. In an effort to escape the brutal heat of the desert, scorpions and other types of bugs find their way inside your home during the warmer months. Scorpions are nocturnal creatures who love the dark and make their way indoors to escape the … Read More
What You Can Do to Protect Yourself from Mosquitos
Mosquitos carry diseases. Therefore, they can potentially cause sickness and death. Also, they’re just a nuisance, and can ruin outdoor recreation activities. These tiny insects can create huge problems. How can you protect yourself? Keep mosquitos out of your yard, off your patio, and away from your desk. Know where they live, how to repel them, and how to kill … Read More