These Alabama Bugs Get More Active in Winter
One of the benefits of winter in Alabama is that we experience fewer freezing temperatures than our friends up north. The only downside to this, other than never experiencing a snowy white Christmas, is that it means bugs in Alabama will stay more active during the winter months. Bugs are like us Alabamians—they don’t like…
Read MoreDo Holiday Lights Attract Bugs?
It’s no secret that bugs are attracted to lights. Just look at any lit up bulb outside at night and see the swarms that will inevitably surround it. There are measures you can take to prevent this from happening in your yard or your porch, like getting lights that won’t attract bugs, but this time…
Read More3 Steps to Keep Your Home Pest-Free This Winter
Chilly temperatures seem like they’re here to stay in Alabama. With winter comes the early morning frosts, lit fireplaces, family visits, and holiday festivities. But there is one thing that most people don’t think about when they think of winter: pests. Pests will be on the hunt for a warmer place to stay for the…
Read MoreIt’s Good to Give Thanks: 5 Ways We’re Thankful for Pest Control
It’s the time of year for giving thanks. As Americans, we sure have a lot to be thankful for—even during these difficult times. We can be thankful for our friends, family, having food on the table, and a warm place to call home. Another cause for giving thanks is having a home that is safe…
Read MoreWhere Do Bugs Go When the Temperature Drops?
The cold of winter brings a lot of changes with it in the animal kingdom. Birds migrate south. Bears hibernate. But what about bugs? Where do those pesky cockroaches go? What about the butterflies? Their cold-blooded nature makes insects more vulnerable to colder temperatures, but they each have their own method of survival. Here’s a…
Read MoreAre Termites Still a Concern in Winter?
Many homeowners are lulled into the false sense of security of thinking that they’re safe from termite infestations during the colder months, even in the more buggy southeastern states. The truth is that not all insects hibernate or die off in the winter—in fact, many have strong survival strategies for enduring the cold. Here’s what…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Amazing Strength of Ants
You’ve seen them on the sidewalk, at the picnic table, and lining up on the wall. Ants are constantly on the go, searching for the next big task to support their day’s mission. Sporting an incredible work ethic, ants also demonstrate amazing strength, lifting objects up to 5,000 times their own weight. This has categorized…
Read MoreThe Stink Bug Problem
It’s not often that you find something that truly reflects its name. We’re talking about stink bugs. You’ve heard about them, seen them, and maybe even caught a whiff of their not-so-pleasant scent. This is especially true when they hunker down with their friends in your home during the fall and winter months. Houses that…
Read MoreJumping in Leaf Piles? Watch Out for Bugs!
You’ve worked all day raking leaf piles to spruce up the yard. Just as you finish, you see your kids on the sidelines, ready to make a run for one. And why not? It’s all fun and games, right? Not so fast. Take a closer look at your leaf pile. What’s lurking beneath the fluffy…
Read MoreAre There More Spiders in the Fall, or is it Your Imagination?
Each fall is full of tradition. Football on the tube. Pumpkins in the grocery aisle. And creepy crawlers coming out of nowhere. We’re talking about spiders—big spiders. The kind with hairy long legs and webs spanning from chandelier to wall. Even though they can make us scream and run for cover, these speckled monsters haven’t…
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