When it comes to pest management and control, it’s paramount to stay up-to-date on environmental discoveries, extermination innovations and the changing dynamics of the world around us. We think it’s important to share these findings with you, along with the new discoveries and any new topics we uncover in our own day-to-day work as your hometown professionals.
Do you know what happens to pests when the weather gets cold? Most people assume that pests die off, like plants or flowers, or that they go into hibernation, like bears. (This is probably because we don’t see nearly as many pests in the winter as we do in the spring and summer.) Unfortunately for…
Continue ReadingCockroaches are probably one of the most reviled pests around: they look gross, they eat your food, and they can carry diseases. In extreme cases, they even bite! This is one bug you absolutely do not want taking up residence in your home. Side note: You can learn more about how roaches spread diseases in How…
Continue ReadingIt’s official, fall is here. No, really. You may not be able to tell by the thermostat, but summer is over and you know what that means? Winter is coming. Unfortunately, it could also mean pests are coming (into your home). Believe it or not, winter is prime time for a slew of pests and…
Continue ReadingThere are a lot of ways that insects can get into your home. For example, they may ride in on the back of your furry friend or squeeze through the tiniest crack or crevice. However, another way insects can gain entrance to your home is on you. Yes, unfortunately, some insects can hitchhike a ride…
Continue ReadingAs a property manager there are a lot of less than pleasant situations you have to deal with. However, few of them provoke the same full body shudder as the obvious signs of a pest infestation. Unfortunately, there are plenty of pests you may encounter in your rental properties including termites, mice, bed bugs, and…
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