Education and Prevention

  Got a stink bug problem? Don’t worry, and be glad it’s not a cockroach problem! Getting rid of stink bugs is much easier than getting rid of roaches and other common insect pests, and generally less complicated than you might think.  These reeking critters are a nuisance—it is severely unpleasant when they make their…

  They say that people who have dust mite and shellfish allergies may also be allergic to roaches. And by “they,” we mean people on social media over the past couple of years. But is this fact or fiction? In this blog, our pest control experts are here to uncover the truth and discuss the…

  We’ve been writing weekly posts (like this one you’re reading) for our pest blog for many years to provide accurate and educational information about insects, rodents, and other pests found here in Alabama for our customers and anyone else online who wants to learn with us.  Over the years, we’ve learned that there are…

The Difference Between Destructive and Nuisance Pests + Pest Infestation Causes, Signs, and Solutions Want to know the difference between a “destructive” pest and a “nuisance” pest? You’ve come to the right place. We cover this topic in great detail in this blog (the one you’re already reading), including what constitutes infestations for both types…

  Have you ever wondered: Where do bugs go in the winter? It’s a valid question, especially here in Alabama; an often-irksome, overwhelming insect and arachnid population swarms and crawls about everywhere you look during the rest of the year. It’s almost as if the first chill of winter is a magician, snapping their fingers…

  We’re a month and a half into autumn, so the falling leaves are beginning to pile high in everyone’s yard. As tempting as it may be to jump into one, have you ever considered what could be lurking in that leaf pile? A leaf pile is like a mini ecosystem; it’s a cornucopia of…

  Termites are called the silent killers of the home because, more often than not, they cause damage before you know you have a termite infestation. Once you notice the signs, it may be too late. Termites are social insects that feed on the wood of your home from the inside out, slowly causing damage…

  Creeping in the attic, crawling around the basement, and hiding in the walls could be something spookier than anything you’ll ever see in a scary movie. We’ve all been frightened by a bug or two, but have you ever heard of the scariest bugs in Birmingham? If you want to get spooked before Halloween,…