How to Protect Your Home Against Insect Invasions
Of course, you want to feel comfortable in your own home so that you can relax and unwind after a long day of work. One of the best ways to keep your home safe and sound is by taking proactive measures to keep insects out – in the great outdoors, where they belong. Prevention Is…
Read MorePest Control 101: The Safe Use of Pesticides at Home
What is a pesticide? A pesticide is any substance that is used to repel, kill, or control animal or plant life that is considered to be a pest. Many pesticides are made with herbicides to kill weeds and other unwanted plants; for home use, pesticides are used to destroy a number of insects to keep…
Read MoreBeyond Summer Pest Control: How to Get Rid of Critters in Fall and Winter
Just when you thought you could breathe easy, you spot it – a pesky little critter running through your house. Even though most people believe that pest control isn’t necessary in the cooler months, bugs still seek shelter indoors as the weather gets colder, just like humans. On top of looking for warmth, bugs may…
Read More3 Quick Ways to Tell That Your Yard Needs Mosquito Pest Control
One thing we can all agree upon is the fact that mosquito bites are annoying. Mosquitoes constantly buzzing in your ear when you’re trying to enjoy a relaxing day outdoors are even worse. Of course, you also have to take into account the fact that mosquito bites can be dangerous in some cases by transmitting…
Read MoreBrown Recluse Spiders
When you put-on your pair of shoes and you feel a pin prick, be forewarned, you may have just been snapped by a Brown Recluse Spider (BRS). These guys are nasty little arthropods. They are shy. They live in dark places. They can go for around a half-year without any water or food. How do…
Read MoreThe House Mouse
Face it. If they didn’t eat your food, spread disease and gnaw away at the foundation of your house, the Mus musculus would be pretty cute. The thing is, unless you catch one scurrying across the floor, you may never know that these critters are slowly destroying your way-of-life. If you see any droppings or…
Read MoreKnow Your Cockroach
As they say at the War College, “Know thy enemy.” Cockroaches are nasty, carry diseases and seem nearly impossible to eliminate. What we want to do is give you some facts – fun or not – about the most common roach in these parts. They’re technically known as Periplaneta fuliginosa or smokybrown cockroaches. You’ll recognize…
Read MoreWest Nile in Alabama
We are now seeing the worst outbreak of West Nile virus in Alabama in years. The State’s Public Health Veterinarian, Dee Jones explains that most people won’t exhibit any signs. But he notes that 20% will. They’ll experience flu-like symptoms, fever, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, rash and general malaise. Then there’s a small…
Read MoreIs It a Termite or an Ant?
A common misconception is that termites are related to ants. In fact, termites are part of the cockroach family. Taking it one step further, can you tell the difference between an ant and a termite? If you have an infestation of either of these pests, you’re going to want to be able to tell them…
Read MoreWhat Makes a Good Pest Control Company?
Not all pest control companies are created from the same cloth. They are as individual as salt crystals. Factor into that equation the reality that some are national, regional or local businesses. You’re now faced with a calculus that can be a little confusing when you’re picking a business to rid your property of undesirable…
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