We know that every home and business has their own unique set of pest problems. If you're looking for some help with controlling or preventing these pests, our blog is the place to start! We constantly update articles on various topics related to entomology (the study insects) so be sure check back often - there's lots more content coming your way soon enough!
We can assume that pests have been a nuisance for humans since before recorded time. There is no doubt that early humans were swatting flies away and keeping critters off of their food. From rats to mosquitoes and crop-eating insects, there is no shortage of pests to cause trouble. And with bothersome pests comes the need for pest control. Pests cause many problems, including public health concerns and agricultural concerns. Essentially, pest control is a vital part of any community. Even the most primitive civilizations needed some pest control to survive.
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There are some smells that carry better than others. The scent of freshly baked apple pie is strong enough to pull people from every corner of a house to the kitchen. When a skunk sprays on a property, neighbors from down the block have their noses assaulted. Some smells, like the smell of manure, travel for miles, in the right conditions. The question is, how bad do odorous house ants smell? To help you better understand these pests, here are a few things you should know, along with the key to keeping them out of your home
Read moreThere is no denying that cockroaches look filthy, even more so than other area pests. The question is, are they as filthy as they appear? This depends on the moment. Cockroaches are religious groomers and are constantly removing environmental buildup from their bodies in order to smell their food better. That said, these pests regularly crawl through and wallow in filth found in trash cans, beneath large kitchen appliances, around bathrooms, and in other dirty areas around a home. This leaves their bodies covered with dangerous bacteria. They spread this bacteria over left-out food, countertops, kitchen tables, and wherever they travel. Some common diseases homeowners can contract from cockroaches are salmonellosis, dysentery, and typhoid fever.
Read moreHave you ever looked at a slug and the trails it leaves behind and wondered how it is able to produce so much slime? You would think it would run out of moisture, eventually. An even better question is, are slugs or the slime they produce dangerous? We have your answer along with some basic facts about slugs everyone here in Washington should know.
Read morePests that wreak havoc on your yard don’t just ruin decorative plants, they can cause larger hazards like falling tree limbs. That’s why aphids can be just as dangerous as termites, and these common pests are difficult to control or recognize. It's important for property owners to learn all they can about how to prevent these yard pests and respond appropriately to signs of aphid activity.
Read moreEver looked at a spider and thought to yourself, “I want more of those inside my home.”? Probably not. Most people go out of their way to avoid these creepy eight-legged pests and are willing to put in the effort to keep them out of their living areas. If you dislike the idea of spiders crawling around inside your home, we are here to help. Here are four no-sweat spider-prevention tips to use around your home.
Read moreThere are few things in life that when they happen they haunt individuals for years to come. One of those things is being stung by a wasp. At one point in your life, most likely at a young age, you were either stung by one of these pests or told about how painful being stung is from someone who has experienced it for themselves. Either way, you were left with a lasting fear. Not always a big fear, but a fear nonetheless. We are here to tell you, this is normal. And we are here to offer some options for you to keep wasps away from your yard.
Read moreThere are two types of people, those who fear ticks and those who shrug them off. The difference between these people is understanding. Half have done their research on ticks and know how to feel about these pests. The other half let their assumptions dictate their perception. Want to know which side you fall on? Here are some facts about ticks so you can know whether you should be concerned if you are bitten.
Read moreThere’s no party crasher who knows how to ruin a good time more than the mosquito. No matter what you’re doing outdoors, buzzing, swarming, biting mosquitoes are sure to put a damper on it. But mosquitoes are way more than just a party pooper. In fact, because of the deadly diseases they spread, they kill more people every single year than any other animal in the world.
Read moreHow many spiders are too many spiders, in your opinion? One? Ten? A few dozen? For most people, a single spider is one too many. If you hold to this assumption and regularly find these eight-legged pests crawling around inside your home, you are in the right place. Today we will be talking about why spiders invade properties and providing you with some helpful prevention tips to keep them out of your living areas.
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Do you own a pet? Does it have fur or hair? Do you let them outside from time to time? If you answered yes, then you could be at risk of a flea infestation. This is what you most likely already know about fleas. What you might not know is that none of these things are required for a flea infestation to begin in your home. In fact, you don’t even have to own a pet to get fleas. To help you better understand fleas, here are some things you should know, including the dangers these pests pose to homeowners.
Read moreThreatening or unusual appearances are just one reason why pests frighten people. A good number of them have eyes that are big and beady, large paws, and sharp teeth and claws. Many are kind of slimy and can move quickly and suddenly. Sometimes it’s hard to tell if you can approach them without getting hurt. For notorious creepy crawlers, there’s plenty of information about how to handle them. The answers aren’t as clear for infrequently discussed critters like millipedes.
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