Home Pest Control
5 Ways to Celebrate Summer (Without Biting Bugs)
It may have felt like summer a month ago, but June 21st is Summer Solstice, the official start to summer. We’re getting geared up for tons of fun in the sun, which includes getting insects under control and taking a few extra precautions. Here are some of our top tips on how to keep bugs away…
Read MoreInsects As Pets: What Can You Keep?
Pets have become a part of the family in many homes. A recent Harris Poll found that approximately 62% of Americans have a pet. Of those, 95% consider their pet to be part of their family. Of course, the vast majority of people own a cat and/or dog. Only 9% of people surveyed said they…
Read MoreRodent Roundup- How Big Rats Can Get
Rodents are the largest order of mammals on the planet, and they’re found all over the world. We have 22 types of rodents in Alabama alone, six of which will try to get in your home to seek shelter and food. How rodents enter your home, where they live and how they forage for food…
Read More7 Signs: Know When It’s Time To Call Pest Control
Many of our clients call our Alabama pest control company not quite sure if they have a problem that warrants professional help. A lot of the time they made the right decision giving us a call. Some infestations can come on quickly. Identifying the early signs of an infestation and taking action right away can…
Read MoreBugs – To Kill or Not to Kill…
The natural inclination for most people is to kill just about any bug they see. Psychologists have examined our fear of insects and come up with a number of theories for why most people automatically hate anything with more than four legs. Some fears are rational, but there’s no denying insects play an important role…
Read MoreBugs That Bite at Night
Millions Billions of people are freaked out by bugs. The thought that they might be crawling all over your body while you sleep is even more frightening. Add biting to this nightmare and it’s enough to make most of us squirm. You’ve probably heard scary statistics about how many bugs people eat in their sleep…
Read MoreGuide to Using Insect Repellent During Pregnancy
Health organizations are warning people to take extra care protecting themselves from mosquitoes this March. There are growing concerns that the mosquito-borne Zika virus will spread from Central and South America into the southern portions of the U.S. Because the Zika virus is connected with severe birth defects, pregnant women need to protect themselves more than anyone. But…
Read MorePest Signs to Look for During Your Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning – it’s one of the domestic necessities that ushers in the new season. It’s when the winter clothing, gear, and heavy blankets get tucked away, and we throw open the windows to let the fresh air in. As you get in all the nooks and crannies, you may have noticed a few things…
Read MoreCan You Really Kill Termites With Electricity?
No bug is as feared as the termite when you own a home. All it takes is one foraging termite that decides your home tastes delicious, and suddenly the whole colony moves in. Fortunately, man has figured out how to evict unwelcome insects. Pesticides are the go-to option, but there are a few other tricks…
Read MoreWays to Prevent Pest Infestations in Your Garage
In the U.S. 76% of single-family homes have a garage or carport, and 100% of bugs would love to live in them. The garage is one of the most common spots for pest infestations. From easy access to tons of clutter to hide in, this sheltered spot is ideal for insects in a lot of…
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