It’s summer, and we all want to get outdoors. If you are a pet owner, then naturally, that means your pets will be outdoors more as well. Dogs especially like to be near their owners, having fun right along with them. And cats too, they just may be a little sneakier about it. Just like us, our pets are prey … Read More
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The Importance of Maintaining Pest Prevention
Many pests that find their way into your business or home can spread disease or cause damage to your house or structures on your property. While you may have been successful in eliminating pests from your environment, it is important to maintain that pest control, especially where food is stored, prepared, or eaten. Maintaining pest prevention is part of integrated … Read More
Are Pesticides as Dangerous as You Think?
There is a great deal of buzz lately about the use of pesticides and their safety for humans and pets. Horror stories about people becoming dangerously ill or seriously affected by pesticides tend to fuel the fears of people without providing the full picture of the situation. The truth is, the majority of problems that arise from people or pets … Read More
Insect Control Tips for Your Home
Now that spring has finally decided to grace us with its presence we can put away our sweaters and snow boots, while our thoughts turn to warm weather fun. Spring did not arrive alone, though, along with the April showers and May flowers, it bring a host of pests to invade your home, pester your family, and bother your pets. … Read More
How to Get Rid of Wasp Nests
Nothing ruins a fun time in the yard like a wasp nest. They can pop up just about anywhere, and are usually pretty well-hidden. But that does not mean they are impossible to find and eliminate. As the season is warming up, wasps are becoming more and more active. Now is the time to take on the pests before summer … Read More
Six Home Remedies for Wasp and Bee Stings
It’s amazing how much pain a small insect can cause. The area around the sting swells up, the pain lasts for hours, and the itching can last for days. In this situation, you want immediate relief. There are drugstore products designed for bee and wasp stings, but what if you don’t have any on hand? Well, there are a number … Read More
7 Most Common Pest Problems in Hotels
Pests are going to thrive in climates that are conducive to their survival, so it stands to reason that they will vary from place to place. Traditional thinking supports the idea that infestation is the result of unsanitary conditions, but the truth is, they happen in four-star hotels and the most sanitary of hospitals. Common Pest Problems … Read More
What to do if Pests Enter Your Home
You may enjoy the occasional guest in your home, but when it comes to the four legged variety you might not be so welcoming. Mice, rats, raccoons, squirrels, and bats can get into your attic, basement, crawlspace, and even living area and wreak havoc. They can destroy drywall, chew wires, and introduce disease and pests like fleas and mites that … Read More
How to Prepare for Spring Bugs and Insects
While the temperatures are cold, most people have Spring to look forward to. Some expect a decrease of bugs and insects given that their population were affected by the extreme temperatures. So the big question on everyone’s mind is if we will see a decrease in the bugs population this coming spring. Although most can expect a decrease on the population of insects, … Read More