Destructive Pests
Why You Need to Skip the DIY Termite Treatment & Call a Professional
Original Publish Date: March 01, 2022 | Updated: April 10, 2025 Unfortunately, bears in the forest and little squirrels on your lawn are not the only critters emerging from wintertime hideouts (e.g., a nest, burrow, den, or cave). Termites emerge in the spring, too. Though, instead of hibernating, they spend the winter in…
Read MoreWhy Are Squirrels Digging in My Yard? How to Protect Your Lawn
You’re likely here after opening your internet browser and searching, “Why are squirrels digging in my yard?”. There’s no need to go nuts; just keep reading this blog and get the answers you’re looking for! Why Are Squirrels Digging in My Yard? There’s quite a simple answer to “Why are squirrels digging in my yard?”…
Read MoreDo You Need to Remove Bats in the Attic? Why You Should Call an Exterminator for These Winged Mammals
If you’ve never seen a baby bat up close, please Google it; they’re adorable. Still, baby bats—well, bats of any age, for that matter—are not pets. So you shouldn’t let them hang out in your attic like it is their cave, even if it feels like you’re doing good to let nature take its course…
Read MoreTips and Tricks for How to Keep Bugs Out of Carved Pumpkin
Welcome to October! Now that it’s October, the Halloween countdown has begun, and spooky decor is adorning homes worldwide, we’re willing to bet someone in your household will soon be carving a pumpkin and placing it on your porch. Unfortunately, people aren’t the only ones who adore the smiling (or grimacing) orange face of…
Read MoreDo Armadillos Dig Holes in Your Yard? Ways to Keep the Hard-Shelled Pests Away
“Do armadillos dig holes in your yard?” They definitely can, so if you’ve seen large holes in your yard and know of an armadillo presence on your property, you can probably deduce that they’re the culprit. In this guide from our experts in integrative pest management, we’ll discuss armadillos in Alabama, their burrowing habits, and…
Read MoreHow to Keep Raccoons Out of Trash Cans: Ways to Repel the Masked Critters
Almost every homeowner in Alabama has seen a raccoon while taking the trash out at night. Sometimes, it is almost funny to interact with them! They have sassy attitudes, human-like mannerisms, and cute little masks on their faces. However, you should only enjoy a raccoon’s cuteness from afar because looks can be deceiving. Raccoons have…
Read MoreHere’s How to Protect Wood from Carpenter Bees and Prevent Damage to Your Home
As your trusted integrative pest control partner, we’re here to empower concerned families and business management professionals with practical strategies to safeguard their yards or indoor spaces at their homes or offices from pesky carpenter bees. This comprehensive guide will teach you how to protect wood from carpenter bees. We’ll explore chemical-free and chemical…
Read MoreAre Cicada Killers Hornets?
The sight of colossal, flying insects around the home can be highly concerning, especially for families in Alabama. Among these massive winged pests are cicada killers, which look a lot like the Northern Giant Hornet (formerly Asian Giant Hornet): the “murder hornet” that grows up to 1.5 to 2 inches in size and stings…
Read MoreWhat Are Social Insects?
Each species in the animal kingdom can be categorized by the innate capability of their individual organisms to interact with one another or those from other species. This characteristic is known as a species’s sociality. Learn more about the different types of animal sociality as we continue to answer the common question: “What are social…
Read MoreThings You Might Be Guilty of that Attract Pests
When it comes to keeping pests away, prevention is key. By avoiding certain habits and making a few changes around your home, you can significantly reduce the chances of attracting pests. Keep reading for some of the common mistakes people make that unknowingly attract pests. #1: Food Storage Leaving food out in the open or…
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