Guest Post: Wood Clad Windows and its Arch Enemy THE TERMITE!
Taking a worldwide inventory of the different kinds of termites, you’ll find that there are around 28-hundred different types that roam the 7-continents. Termites have survived when there were still dinosaurs. They lived through the massive extinction, floods, climate change and many other catastrophes that have doomed life on Earth for around 100-million years. People…
Read MoreCockroaches Cause Indoor Air Pollution and Spread Allergens
Although most people consider cockroaches pesky little critters that they would rather not find around the house, cockroaches have been known to cause deeper issues that can affect a family’s health for the worse. Cockroaches and Asthma It’s true! Droppings or body parts of cockroaches have been known to trigger asthma attacks, according to the…
Read MoreHow Indoor Pests Affect Your Health
While an indoor insect infestation may be a major annoyance and source of stress, it can also pose a serious health risk. Many people don’t realize that common household pests like termites, ants, fleas, and cockroaches can cause a health hazard to your family and your pets, making it necessary to control them. Indoor Air…
Read MoreInsider Exterminator Tips to Get Rid of Indoor Bugs
There’s nothing more frustrating than dealing with an insect infestation day after day. To start out on the right foot, make sure that you call an exterminator immediately to treat the root of the issue. If insects have set up shop and created a nest in your home, you’ll need a professional to assess the…
Read MoreTop 5 Household Pests and How to Prevent Them
Throughout the US, insect infestation is more common than you may think. According to the National Pest Control Association, the top five household pests include: Cockroaches Mice Rats Termites Ants While some of these pests are active year-round, many increase in activity as the weather gets warmer in the spring. To control an in-house pest…
Read More3 Steps to Get Rid of Ants for Good
In areas of the country with drought or dry weather, ants pose a serious issue. Even worse, controlling an ant infestation can be difficult since ants are prone to enter a home through even the tiniest of cracks in order to get water or food. And once an ant colony has been established, watch out!…
Read MoreHow to Identify and Control Ants in Your Home
As the weather gets dry and seasons change, ants are more likely to make their way into homes and pop up in the woodwork. And if you’ve ever dealt with an ant infestation, you can attest that there is nothing more unpleasant than trying to get rid of a colony of tiny little critters. How…
Read MoreHow 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…
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