Pest Control Home Resolutions for the New Year
The health and comfort of our homes is a top priority. It’s no surprise that when the New Year roles around homeowners start putting together their residential resolutions. If you’ve noticed a few bugs that are resolved to live in your home this post is for you. We’re turning the seven most common New Year’s…
Read MoreInsect Horror Stories: How Real Are They?
Entomophobia is the phobia of insects or a specific type of insect. Irrational fear comes with the territory, but there are many more people that have buggy terrors without a full-blown phobia. Part of the fear stems from horror stories we hear growing up. You know, those urban legends that sound too horrific to be real. So,…
Read MoreInsect Inspired Gifts for Entomology Lovers
Our pest control business gives the gift of a bug-free home or business, but sometimes it’s not so bad if insects stick around. Insects are the inspiration for all sorts of products that make really good gifts around the holidays. Here are our favorite gift ideas for bug lovers of all ages. Insect Presents for Kids Get…
Read MorePests That Have to Keep Warm in the Winter
They may not be warm-blooded, but insects are just as susceptible to the cold as we are. Over the years different insect species have come up with strategies for making it through the winter. Some insects burrow into the ground, others hibernate in cocoons and a few seek out shelter in your warm home. The…
Read MoreAre Asian Beetles Just as Beneficial as Lady Bugs?
In the past we’ve discussed the difference between Asian beetles and the common ladybug. They may look a lot alike, but they certainly aren’t carbon copies. For starters, ladybug is the term given to an entire family of beetles that include the Asian beetle. A few other key differences have a huge impact on your property,…
Read MoreSpecial Alert: What Alabama Residents Need to Know About the Deadly Kissing Bug
A serious insect invasion is currently spreading across the country, and states in the south are among the most heavily impacted. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently released alerts warning people across the U.S. of the potential danger posed by “kissing bugs”. Here is the essential information that Alabama residents need to know…
Read More6 Insects We Should All Be Thankful For
In our line of business we’ve learned most people don’t like a lot of insects. It’s understandable! They can cause a lot of problems, and sometimes all we want to do is just get rid of bugs that are making life difficult. But insects play a vital role in our ecosystem and daily lives! From clothing to food products there…
Read MoreInsect Superheroes Kids of All Ages Love
Black Friday is right around the corner, and if you have a kid or comic book lover on your gift list, insects are a good place to start! Superheroes have been around since people first started telling fictional stories. Maybe it’s our reliance on insects and the balance they bring to the ecosystem, but bugs have…
Read MoreControlling Moles & Voles With Pest Control
Many people mistakenly think that moles and voles hibernate during the winter. In actuality, these furry little critters are active during the cold months in underground tunnels. They may be soft and even a little cute…but moles and voles are a big nuisance for Alabama homeowners. All it takes is one mole burrowing through the winter…
Read MoreThe Importance of Secured Insect Transport
If you follow aviation news, you may remember an incident that happened about a month ago involving a Delta flight and a hairy tarantula. The flight was delayed by nearly three hours because the tarantula had escaped from its container in the cargo area. The baggage handlers were able to capture it fairly quickly, but…
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