Easy, Natural Ways to Keep Flies Away This Summer

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Summer brings with it warm, bright afternoons outside and cozy dinner-time cookouts. However, summer also seems to bring out the bugs, especially those ever-returning flies. Leave out even one hot dog frank—and you’ve got a horde of flies hovering on, around, and over you. Swish them away, and they’re likely back for a return trip…

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Bugs That Are Actually Good for Your Garden

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Would you believe us if we said not all bugs are bad? No really, it’s true! In fact, there are bugs that are good for your garden. Yes, you heard us right—some of those busy bugs who buzz about are actually doing your backyard and garden some favors. We’d say reintroductions are in order, wouldn’t…

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Make Sure You Keep These Spring Pests Out of Your Garden

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It’s that time of year again when homeowners head outside and set out for another year of battle with their yard and garden. Before you get to planting, you should know a few bugs to be on the lookout for. Certain spring pests are known to be detrimental to a garden’s success.  Grasshoppers  Grasshoppers are…

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Why Do Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others?

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Did you know that mosquitoes are picky eaters? Mosquitoes will bite some people more than others, but why?  There are several known factors that come into play when mosquitoes choose to chomp down on one person over another. If you’ve noticed you get bitten more than your friends and family, here are a few possible…

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9 Natural Ways to Keep Mosquitoes Away

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Warmer weather means that our least favorite spring pests will be back once again, ready to bite, sting, and swarm. Bugs like flies, bees, wasps, and the dreaded mosquito will return with a vengeance.  If you prefer more natural solutions to shooing mosquitoes away, this is the article for you. Surprisingly, mosquitoes actually hate a…

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Common Spring Pests to Watch Out For

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It’s springtime, Alabama! The weather is warming up, and the azaleas are close to blooming. The warmer temperatures also mean that our six legged spring pest friends will be on the move once again.  It’s time to get your spring cleaning done, and call in your local pest control service. While you’re at it, look…

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Spring Cleaning Tips to Avoid Spring Pests

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Spring is just around the corner! The weather is warming up, and the flowers are blooming—it’s a great time of year. With the coming of spring, many homeowners are heading up their spring cleaning checklists.  This spring, make sure to protect your home by cleaning hotspots for spring pests in and around your property.  The…

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8 Reasons Fleas Should be Taken Seriously

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Though they’re small in nature and may seem harmless, fleas can actually create a lot of problems for you and your family. If you see fleas in your home, you need to act fast.  #1: They’ll Make Your Pet Their Home  Most flea infestations happen due to a dog, cat, or other four-legged friend tracking…

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