The arid climate that naturally comes from the Las Vegas desert can bring with it many pests that tourists are not used to. Bedbugs and scorpions might easily make it back into your residence hundreds of miles away if you are not careful! Here are a few ways to make sure that everything that happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. Splurge on … Read More
Getting Rid of Those Sandy Bedbugs
Of all the pests that are in Sandy, those pesky bedbugs may be the most controversial. They are the most adaptable, they have the ability to do the most damage, and they are very difficult to get rid of once they have made a home of your residence. However, you have some options on your side. Here are some of … Read More
Identifying Bedbugs in Your Home
Cimex lectularius — otherwise known as the common bed bug is a true bug in the order Hemiptera. If you do not like insects, the bed bug will soon become the bug you hate the most. These are predators of humans. They target humans and feed on our blood. Few other organisms are human specific. Those others include lice and mosquitoes. … Read More
Arizona Law Details Protocol for Bed Bug Infestations
When it comes to helping your friend move, you may want to think twice before accepting that freebie couch, mattress or love seat. The free furniture may come with some unwanted hitchhikers: bed bugs. Bed bugs (and their eggs) can live on these items, as well as clothing and other upholstered items, and will happily become permanent roommates with you unless … Read More
How to Control the Spread of Bed Bugs
When it comes to infestations, few pests are more dreaded than bedbugs. While there are many myths surrounding bedbugs, these pests are always a nuisance and they can be extremely difficult to get rid of on your own. Follow these tips to prevent the spread of a bedbug infestation and learn how you can take back your home if a … Read More
How to Tell the Difference Between Wasps and Bees
Though both are feared for their painful strings, wasps and bees are separated by 130 million years of evolution that has brought about differences in behavior, anatomy and nest structure. Bees are an essential part of the life cycle of many plants while wasps and hornets do not pollinate and when found nearby are often a nuisance to humans. There … Read More
Preventing Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are pesky creatures that are difficult to detect due to their microscopic size, almost impossible to eliminate on your own because of their infamous resiliency to bug sprays and chemicals, and financially crippling as a result of hiring a professional exterminator and oftentimes having to replace beds, bed linens, furniture, and clothing. However, with all that said, it … Read More
How to Deal With Bed Bugs
Discovering an infestation of bed bugs is one of every homeowner’s worst nightmares. Unfortunately, misguided efforts to get rid of a bed bug problem can actually make the infestation worse. This guide will discuss the best methods for removing bed bugs from your home. Stop the Spread The first thing to do upon discovering a bed bug infestation is to … Read More
Preventing Bed Bugs in Your Home After Traveling
As summer approaches, thoughts of summer vacations and travel come to mind. Unfortunately, when you travel you could bring back more than just souvenirs and a great tan. Summer travel is a prime time to bed bugs to hitch a ride home with many families. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. You can prevent bed bugs from coming … Read More
Top Pests We Deal With Each Summer
We all deal with pests, no matter where in the southwest we live. From west to east, the pests are different, but the aggravation is the same! Here are some of the top pests we all deal with each summer. Salt Lake City: Bees Bees are such a problem in Salt Lake City that they actually have a minor league baseball … Read More