For many people, spiders are a nightmare. Fear of them, also known as arachnophobia, is suffered by about 6% of the population on earth. The best way to get over this fear is to arm yourself with some knowledge about the different types of spiders in your area. Las Vegas is home to around 40 different types of spiders. Because … Read More
How Mice Can Enter Your Home
If you think that mice cannot get into your home, you might want to think again. Many homeowners are very surprised to learn that mice have gotten into their homes even though the homeowner believed there are no access points for them to fit through. It is very important to know how mice can enter your home. All pests move into … Read More
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Assassin Bugs
Assassin bugs — also known as kissing bugs — are deadly insects that spread the parasitic chagas disease. Just like mosquitoes, they suck blood to survive. This article will focus on the top 10 things you probably don’t know about these deadly bugs. Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Assassin Bugs They stick to the warmer climates. They can … Read More
10 Facts About Mice
The vast majority of people view mice as pests and vermin. This isn’t surprising when one considers the tendency of mice to invade our homes, get into our food, and bring infectious diseases. However, even though many people find mice despicable, mice are inherently interesting animals. Here is some information on mice that you will likely find interesting. Intelligence One … Read More
Top 5 Most Common Pests in Nevada
If you are new to Las Vegas, you may not realize just how many pests call Las Vegas home. Learning about the most common ones will help you understand when you have an infestation and why it is important to take care of the issue. Here are five pests that are commonly found in and around homes in the Las … Read More
How to Keep Bees Out of Your House After Winter Rain
Bee swarming season is on the horizon, and many communities will begin to notice increased bee activity as warmer weather returns. Rain can affect how bees behave, and can cause them to enter your home or place of business. This can cause a number of problems, especially if a hive is built within the structure. Where do Bees Go When … Read More
Preventing a House Cricket Infestation
Crickets may seem harmless enough, but don’t let their innocent appearance fool you because these insects will eat through just about any type of fabric, causing all sorts of damage. Plus, an infestation of crickets leaves your home vulnerable to spiders and other pests. Don’t wait for an infestation to occur before you take action. Instead, follow these three effective … Read More
Who’s Afraid of The Big Bad Wolf (Spider)
Should You Be Afraid of Wolf Spiders in your Home? As creatures of comfort, human beings do not want any creepy or crawly things in our homes and with good reason. Many insects carry disease and really need to stay out of doors where they belong. Our mission at Preventive Pest Control is to do just that. Keep your home and … Read More
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Rats
If you asked a group of average homeowners about their opinion of rats, they would probably vehemently express their hatred for rats. Many cultures view rats as pests and even vermin. Even though many people find rats despicable, there are also people who find facts on rats interesting. Here is some information on rats that you may find interesting. Growth of … Read More
Rat Control for Businesses
After you have your business set up with protection against all manner of human threats, the worst thing is to find out that you have been infiltrated by Mother Nature. Rats! These little critters destroy infrastructures and run away customers. They are bad PR and even worse business partners. Here are some of the warning signs of a rodent infestation and a few immediate … Read More