Home Pest Control
What 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 MoreCan Household Pets Help Deal with Pests?
Can Pets Help with Pests? You likely know that dogs and cats have a natural instinct to chase after rodents and certain insects, but have you ever thought about how this tendency can have a significant impact on the number of pests on your property? A lot of traditional methods for pest control involve chemicals…
Read MoreWhat to Do About Summer Bugs In Your Home
There are many reasons to love living in Alabama’s warm weather, but dealing with summer bugs in the house in August? That’s not one of them. Unfortunately, Alabama’s extended periods of humid, stagnant heat make this state a place where pests love to be as long as possible since most are cold-blooded and find warm,…
Read MoreCan a Bug Bomb Help My Pest Situation?
You’ve tried all of our at-home tips for preventing pests, like keeping your kitchen free of things they love, including standing water in the sink and uncovered food left out on the counter. Nevertheless, the pests you’ve been fighting off won’t disappear. Trust us; we understand the frustration this can cause. We understand the hesitation…
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…
Read MoreStick to These Summer Pest Prevention Do’s and Dont’s
With the arrival of summer comes warmer temperatures, longer days—and, unfortunately, a lot of pesky pests. From mosquitoes and flies to ants and termites, these unwanted visitors can quickly turn a relaxing summer into a frustrating battle! However, with proper summer pest prevention measures, you can enjoy the season to the fullest without dealing with…
Read MoreEverything to Spring Clean Around the Home for a Pest-Free Season
Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start! Fresh blooms, fresh grass, and a fresh-feeling home. While you’re tackling spring cleaning this year, make sure you aren’t just wiping things down and calling it a day! Thorough and mindful spring cleaning can help ensure you enjoy a pest-free spring and summer. Keep reading for…
Read MoreHousehold Pests That Love to Seek Shelter Indoors During Cold Weather
In a previous blog, we talked all about how different species of insects survive the winter—truly fascinating stuff! Some insects (and other kinds of pests) survive by simply seeking warmer shelter for the cold weather. Here’s a list of the most common household pests you’ll want to be on the lookout for this winter! Watch…
Read MoreNatural Pest Control? How Winter Helps Eradicate Pests
Wintertime in the South brings more than just holiday cheer and cooler temperatures—it also brings a break from the many bugs we encounter during the warmer months (and can even act as a natural pest control)! But what actually happens to these bugs? They don’t simply disappear. Keep reading to learn more about where bugs…
Read MoreEasy New Year’s Resolutions for a Pest-Free Home
It’s that wonderful time of year where everyone feels like they get a fresh start—it’s the New Year! It’s a time where people everywhere pledge to be better about this and that and, even though some won’t follow through, their hearts are in the right place. Whether you want to start flossing, go skydiving, or…
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