Education and Prevention
How to Identify Local Bugs
Now that you know which Alabama bugs can bite or may be hibernating in your home you’ll need to know how to identify them. Not all bugs have identifiable markings like a black widow. And some species look remarkably similar. Our professional technicians are trained to spot different types of insects in order to create…
Read MoreArmyworms In Alabama
This fall you may have noticed something new wriggling and writhing around in your yard. Armyworms are such a common occurrence in the southeast during autumn they’re sometimes referred to as fall armyworms. Armyworms are actually caterpillars that haven’t yet become armyworm moths. The moths migrate to the southern states during the summer where they…
Read MoreAlabama’s Natural Pest Control Technician the Eastern Red Bat
The eastern red bat can be found in many areas across the southern U.S., but Alabama is one of their favorite spots to create a colony. Of the 16 bat species in the Yellowhammer State, eastern red bats are among the most common. Their population is so great the Alabama Bat Working Group notes that…
Read MoreBug Spray Breakdown: Everything You Need to Know
Our professional pest control services can keep bugs out of your home and yard, but keeping them off of your body is a whole other ballgame. This summer with growing concerns over the Zika virus it’s more important than ever to make sure you’re properly protected. Below you’ll find a bug spray breakdown. It’s…
Read MoreDiseases Spread by Bugs in Alabama
Insects serve a vital purpose in the ecosystem, but they can also cause destruction and even death. Throughout history, insects have been a major source of infection. Some species are able to carry diseases and transmit them to humans. Right now we’re dealing with that scenario has experts work to contain the Zika virus. But…
Read MoreHow to Keep Insects Out of Houseplants
Insects are less of a concern in the winter, but there’s one thing that makes your home more susceptible to a bug invasion. Houseplants. When temperatures drop to the point of freezing homeowners usually bring potted plants indoors, which gives some bugs easy access into the home. You want to protect your plants, but not…
Read MorePest Control Home Resolutions for the New Year
The health and comfort of our homes is a top priority. It’s no surprise that when the New Year roles around homeowners start putting together their residential resolutions. If you’ve noticed a few bugs that are resolved to live in your home this post is for you. We’re turning the seven most common New Year’s…
Read MoreSpecial Alert: What Alabama Residents Need to Know About the Deadly Kissing Bug
A serious insect invasion is currently spreading across the country, and states in the south are among the most heavily impacted. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently released alerts warning people across the U.S. of the potential danger posed by “kissing bugs”. Here is the essential information that Alabama residents need to know…
Read MoreThe Importance of Secured Insect Transport
If you follow aviation news, you may remember an incident that happened about a month ago involving a Delta flight and a hairy tarantula. The flight was delayed by nearly three hours because the tarantula had escaped from its container in the cargo area. The baggage handlers were able to capture it fairly quickly, but…
Read MoreTips for Keeping Lice Away This School Year
There’s one word every parent dreads hearing – lice. These miniscule bugs can cause a whole lot of trouble, even if they’re caught early. That’s why prevention is so important. But it’s not always easy. Despite parents’ best efforts, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that each year, there are between 6-12 million lice cases among children aged…
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