Signs Your Garden Has a Pest Problem
There’s nothing quite like enjoying fresh, flavorful produce that’s just been picked from the garden. It’s too bad insects feel the same way. Plant-eating insects sneak into your garden not caring one bit that you’ve put in weeks or even months worth of work. They just greedily devour everything in sight. Different garden pests leave…
Read MoreZika Advice From Auburn University Experts
We’ve been talking a lot about the Zika virus this spring and summer since mosquito control is a common concern in Alabama. If you’ve been keeping track of the latest reports you may have heard that officials are investigating non-travel related Zika infections in Florida. The first Zika-related death was also reported in Utah shortly…
Read MoreHow to Spot Insect Damage When Buying a Home
Summer is the most popular season for home buying, and the real estate market is booming here in Alabama. But, it’s also the time of year when insects are out in full force. The last thing any buyer wants is to walk into an infestation the first day in their new home. According to the EPA, homeowners spend…
Read MoreSummer Lawn Watering Tips for a Pest-Free Yard
With so much vegetation in the yard many people overlook one of the top hiding spots for insects – the lawn. How we water our lawns could turn the yard into a playground for pests. Lawn watering is a careful balance of providing adequate moisture without overdoing it. Below we’ve outlined the best watering practices that allow plants…
Read MoreBee Stings: What to Do When You Get Stung
When summer is in full bloom one thing is certain – bees will be buzzing around. Most bees are too focused on working to pay attention to people, but if you get near their hive or start swatting they’ll go into protection mode and starting stinging. Our professional pest control technicians are used to getting…
Read MoreHow to Prep for a Bug-Free Summer BBQ
Flies, mosquitoes, ants, bees – none of them are on the BBQ guest list, but you can bet your bottom round steak they’ll try to crash the party. Well, not this summer! This grilling season you’re going to be prepared to keep bugs away so they don’t feast on your guests or the food. Treat…
Read MoreSummer School – Using Your Garden to Teach Kids
Kids might be out of school for the summer, but it’s a perfect opportunity for them to get some hands-on education. The long, warm days lend themselves well to lessons out in nature where kids can enjoy physical activity while they learn. Let’s get kids away from the screens this summer and outside where they…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for a Bug-Free Vacation
At home you keep bugs away with pest control treatments, regular cleaning and good habits. But on vacation a lot of those things are out of your control, and an insect invasion can ruin the experience real quick. If you’ve got a trip planned this summer, here are a few ways you can protect your family…
Read MoreBug Spray Breakdown: Everything You Need to Know
Our professional pest control services can keep bugs out of your home and yard, but keeping them off of your body is a whole other ballgame. This summer with growing concerns over the Zika virus it’s more important than ever to make sure you’re properly protected. Below you’ll find a bug spray breakdown. It’s…
Read MoreKeeping Your Pets Free of Pests During the Summer
Summer is the season when bugs are out in full force, and no family member is more susceptible than your pets. All the insects that can bug us while we’re relaxing outdoors can also annoy, and even harm, our furry friends. Keep reading to get tips on how to keep pets and their outdoor living…
Read More