Category: Pest Control

March 15, 2024
What are Stink Bugs? Everything You Should Know

Stink bugs, known for their distinctive odor, have become a common concern in many households. This comprehensive article delves into various aspects of stink bugs, including their types, habits, and effective management strategies. Stink bugs, scientifically known as Halyomorpha halys, are a species of insects known for the unpleasant odor they emit as a defense […]

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March 12, 2024
Boxelder Bugs: Everything You Should Know

Boxelder bugs, a common sight in many regions, have piqued the interest and concern of homeowners and entomologists alike. These distinctive black and orange insects, often found in close proximity to boxelder trees, have a unique life cycle and behavior pattern that sets them apart from other household pests.  In this guide, we'll explore everything […]

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August 31, 2023
Kudzu bugs

Lately there seems to be a never ending supply of flying pests for homeowners to contend with.  The newest arrival, most commonly called a Kudzu Bug, is about a ¼ of an inch long, roughly square shaped when viewed from above and is either dark brown or olive in appearance.  This bug is commonly mistaken as a "lady bug" […]

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August 2, 2023
Mosquito Hawk or Giant Mosquitoes or Crane Flies - Are They Harmful?

Have you seen a big mosquito looking bug in your room and are not sure what it is? Most people can relate to this… you open your front or back door and in comes a giant, flying creature of some sort that manages to get past you and the next thing you know it’s “bouncing” […]

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May 15, 2021
How To Keep Insects Away This Spring

Sure, you've heard the term "spring cleaning," but do you know why it's done? Most people use this term to refer to deep cleaning, which is not the case. For one, spring cleaning is done in the spring when the weather begins to warm. It also entails cleaning all areas of the house, including crawl […]

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April 9, 2019
Giant Mutant Mosquitoes??

As the weather is shifting from cold to warm, many insects are beginning to make their presence known....specifically flying insects.  A lot of home owners have been experiencing an invasion of what appears to be mosquitoes on steroids. Every time you open a door, the draft pulls them in, then, once they are inside the […]

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October 10, 2018
Is My Home Roach Proof??

Even though it's "technically" Fall, the temperatures outside don't reflect it...yet.  Word on the street, however, is that cooler weather is (thankfully) on the way!  With that in mind, many “outdoor” pests may decide that indoors is the place to be. One of those outdoor pests that we contend with in the Fall is the […]

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May 18, 2018
Flying ant vs. swarming termite

With the heat coming in full force the last couple of weeks, it certainly feels as though we went straight from Winter to Summer overnight. And some recent showers have added to the overall mugginess as well. The showers, which are necessary for food production, lush lawns and colorful flower beds, also bring about the […]

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October 13, 2017
Protect your home from overwintering pests!!

This time of year, pests will begin to start the process of overwintering.  Overwintering is an insect's natural way of preparing itself to survive the upcoming colder temperatures.  This may include both physical and biological preparations. In the case of some insects and animals, this could involve migration, which is the process of physically moving […]

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August 14, 2017
Brown recluse spider vs. grass spider

This time of year it's very common to be outside and see a spider scurry across the grass.  Our first reaction, of course, is to scream and jump out of the way, but a common second reaction is to assume that it's a brown recluse spider when, in fact, it's most likely a grass spider. […]

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