A Guide to Spiders That Help Your Garden Grow
Most people spray and squash any spider they see, when in actuality they only need to kill venomous spiders that bite. Sure, they can be creepy and crawly, but spiders are an important part of the ecosystem, especially if you have a garden. Some arachnids are known to keep other pests in check so they…
Read MoreWhich Flowers Attract the Most Insects?
Some flowers repel bugs while others attract them. It’s an interesting relationship that can help, hinder or harm all the plants in your yard. Usually we let our own personal preferences influence the floral arrangements of our gardens, but if you are serious about controlling pests in your yard, you may want to carefully consider…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Carpenter Bees
Most bees, including the carpenter bee, play an important role in the ecosystem because they help pollinate plants. However, unlike other bees, the carpenter bee can do serious damage beyond painful stings. The insect got its name because they make their nests by boring into wood. While carpenter bees don’t pose as big a concern as wood…
Read MoreChecking for Pesticide Regulations in Popular Vacation Destinations
Popular vacation destinations like St. John are known for their beautiful landscapes, upscale resorts and fun in the sun. But for one family, traveling to the picturesque Virgin Islands has left three of four family members hospitalized. On March 20, 2015 paramedics rushed to the Sirenusa Resort in St. John and found Steve Esmond unconscious…
Read MoreHow to Inspect Your Roof for Spring Pests
Your roof may seem like a simple structural element, but for pests it’s a hotspot for activity. Pests of all shapes, sizes and classes gravitate towards rooflines for several different reasons. We’ll explain why so you can get a better understanding of how regular roof inspections factor into pest control. Why the Roofline is…
Read MoreWhy Do Termites Swarm?
You’re outside relaxing in your yard, enjoying the warm spring weather when all of a sudden you see it. There, several feet away, is a fluttering, dark cloud of insects. It’s a swarm. That swarm could be created by any number of insects, including termites. Swarming is common for termites during certain times of the…
Read MoreAre Ants Beneficial Insects?
Springtime means a lot of changes are happening in your yard. One of the most obvious changes that can pop up overnight is an ant mount. But ants aren’t just outside during the spring. This time of year is when people are also more likely to see carpenter ants carving into their homes. When you’re swatting ants…
Read MoreWhat Insects Cause Allergic Reactions?
Many people worry about spring fever and pollen allergens during spring, but insect allergies are also a concern now that bugs are active again. In this post we’re discussing how to know if you have insect allergies, which insects people are most allergic to and how to protect yourself. The Most Allergic Insects People may…
Read MoreWhy Are Ladybugs Considered Lucky?
This St. Patrick’s Day many people will be dressed in green hoping that a little luck of the Irish will rub off. That got us thinking about another good luck symbol – the ladybug. How things come to be lucky is usually somewhat of a mystery and varies from one culture to the next. What’s…
Read MoreAre Your Pest Control Treatments Safe?
A question that our pest control technicians regularly get asked is whether pest control treatments are safe. The answer is yes. The pest control industry is highly regulated for public safety, and today there are more treatment options than ever before. Here are the best ways to make sure the pest prevention measures used in…
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