Summer 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 MoreMaking Your Outdoor Living Space a Bug-Free Zone
One of the joys of summer is getting outdoors and relaxing in Mother Nature. Unfortunately, bugs have the same idea. Summer is the high season for insect activity as larvae and young insects mature. Sometimes it seems like the second you step out on the porch or sit down on the deck bugs start to…
Read MoreBugs That Carry Disease in Alabama
Originally Published May 26, 2016 | Updated Thursday, October 8, 2026. Insects serve a vital purpose in the ecosystem, but they can also cause destruction and even fatalities. Throughout history, insects have been a major source of infection. Some species are able to carry diseases and transmit them to people. Back in 2016, it…
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…
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