Summer is here! Common summer pests include mosquitoes, ants, wasps, flies, ticks and fleas. Are you prepared to keep pests at bay? Eliminate mosquito breeding grounds like stagnant water (kiddie pools, bird baths, clogged gutters, etc.) in and around your home and yard Always clean up your kitchen after meals, seal food in airtight containers… Read Post »
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Facts About Carpenter Bees
How much do you know about Carpenter Bees? Let’s explore! Carpenter bees can live for about a year and their live cycle includes: egg, larva, pupa, adult Their tunnels are built into wood and include space for eggs and food storage There are over 500 species of carpenter bees worldwide and they are primarily found… Read Post »
How to ID Common Garden Pests
Having trouble identifying common garden pests? Here are some tips! Aphids are usually green with a narrow head and wide abdomen and needle-like mouthpieces to siphon plant sap. Signs of aphids include white flakes on plants, honeydew on the foliage and black sooty mold. Whiteflies are white, triangular shaped flying insects that are found in… Read Post »
Protecting Your Home from Spring Pests
Spring is prime time for pests! Is your home ready and adequately protected to keep these unwanted visitors out? Common spring pests include ants, ticks, mosquitos, lady bugs, spiders, termites and stink bugs. To help prevent a spring pest invasion, consider the following tips: Check the exterior of your home for vulnerabilities where pests may… Read Post »
Protecting Your Yard from Spring Pests
The weather is getting warmer and this means more pests! Read on to find ideas to keep them out of your yard this year. Big or small, there are things that can be done to keep unwanted visitors out of your space. Keep your yard clean and tidy by securing trash lids and removing any… Read Post »
The Life Cycle of Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are back! Are you familiar with the life cycle of a mosquito? Knowing the different stages of the mosquito’s life will help you prevent mosquitoes around your home and help you choose the right solution for your property. Read on to find out more! A Mosquito’s Life Cycle Egg: hatches when exposed to water…. Read Post »
Common Spring Pests
The weather is warming up! Are you ready for the resurgence of pests? Spring pests include and are not limited to ticks, mosquitoes, ants, spiders, beetles and more. Read on to get ready for spring pests! Spring Pest Control Tips Control ticks by keeping lawns cut and minimizing brush around your property. Treat your pets… Read Post »
Spotlight on Ticks
How much do you know about ticks? These pesky pests pose a risk even in the coldest temperatures. Read on to find out if you’re protected! 12 Facts About Ticks There are approximately 850 tick species around the world, 90 of which can be found in the U.S. Warmer or milder temperatures lead to tick… Read Post »
Spotlight on Mosquitoes
How much do you know about mosquitoes? These buzzing pests aren’t just annoying, they carry all sorts of diseases. Read on to learn more! 10 Mosquito Facts Mosquitoes are millions of years old as a species. They serve as food for other species and as pollinators. There are more than 3,000 species of mosquitoes, but… Read Post »
How Do Mice Get Inside My House?
Mice can get into extremely small holes and cracks and can wreak havoc on your home once they get inside. They can multiply at alarming rates and be very difficult to get rid of, so the best solution to dealing with a mouse infestation is by preventing their entry. The below areas are locations to… Read Post »
