Garden Pest Control

Are Earthworms Stronger Than Humans? And Other Fun Facts to Know About These Wriggly Critters

a close up of an earthworm crawling along the dirt

  For a remarkable creature that so commonly lives among people, earthworms are the subject of many misconceptions and misinformation.  In today’s blog post, we’re sharing all kinds of earthworm facts and answering questions about them, like “Are earthworms stronger than humans?” Keep reading to find out! Are Earthworms Stronger Than Humans? We will start…

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Lawn Worms: Harmless Crawlies or a Cause for Concern?

lawn worms crawling along grass and sidewalk

  Two common subjects in pest control discourse are named “lawn worms.” They are: the larvae of an insect that only looks like a worm because it has yet to start its metamorphosis and mature into an imago (adult phase of insect life cycle), and actual worms (annelids) of any species likely to populate a…

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How to Keep Bugs Away from BBQ During Your Summer Cookouts

fly sitting on mesh food cover on picnic table

With school and college football starting this month, many families in Alabama have a calendar full of gatherings they’re hosting at their homes. The weather in the South is still very warm, similar to the middle of summer. So, we can continue to enjoy outdoor activities, like barbecues on the patio, for our back-to-school gatherings. …

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Here’s How to Get Anthills Out of the Yard

ant hill in a yard

Is your yard covered in anthills and their many tenants? You’re likely ready to evict these unwanted guests, and we can’t blame you. Not only do anthills blemish the overall look of your landscape but their rapid construction also makes it easy to find yourself stepping into one that wasn’t there the day before, and…

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What Are the Bugs that Get in Flour?

weevils in a bag of flour

Weevils are notorious for being the bugs that get in flour. To the naked eye, weevils moving in a bag of flour can look like buzzing grains of rice because of how tiny they are. Are you having trouble with bugs in flour? Find helpful weevil advice from our experts in integrative pest management below!…

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Telltale Signs of a Skunk

skunk standing in yard

  Skunks are notorious for digging up yards and gardens. Their famous defense mechanism makes them a tricky foe to deal with. While they often don’t want to have to spray you or your pet, the stench can linger for weeks. It’s best to watch for these creatures that may have made themselves at home…

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Why Aren’t Spiders Considered Insects?

spider crawling on floor inside house

Now that it’s October, it’s time to decorate for Halloween! However, you may find that Mother Nature has sent some eight-legged, creepy-crawling interior decorators just in time to help out, adorning your porch and the dark corners of your home with their wispy, intricately woven webs. You guessed it—today, we’re talking about spiders! More specifically,…

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