Southern House Spider The southern house spider is abundant in southern California and will often be found in cracks and crevices on a house exterior, barns, and the likes. This spider is often confused with the brown recluse because they have the same color. However, the southern house spider is larger and does not have a distinctive violin shape on … Read More
A Quick Overview of the Black Widow Spider
Identification The black widow spider is considered to be the most venomous spider in North America with the female to be the most dangerous. It is considered the most recognizable pest in the U.S. It is found in almost every state except Alaska, but there are still other shiny black spiders and other similar widow spiders that are mistaken for … Read More
A Quick Overview of the Brown Recluse Spider
The brown recluse spider, more popularly known as the “violin spider”, is one of the most terrifying pests in households. A person can experience really bad skin ulcers, extreme pain, and sometimes complications that can endanger one’s life. The name “violin spider” comes from their violin-shaped patch on the broad, almost heart-shaped cephalothorax. Their overall color is grayish-yellow-brown while the oblong abdomen … Read More
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Chesley Elkins, the general manager at Preventive Pest Control in Albuquerque, NM was featured on 2 KASA providing simple tips on preventing pests as spring arrives. Mr. Elkins discusses the pest threats that exist in New Mexico and how you can protect your businesses and homes this spring.
Different Natural Spider Control to Use in Your Home
Easy Ways to Keep Spiders Out of Your Home You know, we think spiders get a bad rap. They technically are a very beneficial creature and conduct their own type of pest control. Most spiders are harmless, but that does not mean that we still want them in our homes. Clean Your Home Well, we all know what … Read More