2018-03-27 13:33
The first question is what are chiggers? Chiggers are the larvae of mites and are closely related to ticks. Chiggers can be found living in areas of moisture and vegetation across the world… Read More
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Many of us encounter fruit flies at home whether we live in a house, apartment or a condo. But how do these pesky flies suddenly arrive, and how do we deal with them?
2018-03-23 14:09
Running a hotel comes with many challenges. It can seem like every day something is breaking down or going wrong. Employees call out sick, and you have to jump through hoops to get their slo… Read More
2018-03-21 13:41
You wouldn’t know it by their size because carpenter ants are fairly small, but they can cause significant damage to your Nisswa home. They are able to damage any type of wood in which… Read More
2018-03-15 17:55
Birds are pretty unique and beautiful creatures most of the time. It can be a lot of fun to watch the birds in flight as they soar through the air alone or in the formation of a V pattern as… Read More
2018-03-12 14:00
While most homeowners have some knowledge about termites—usually through word-of-mouth—the majority of them actually have no clue just how hazardous termites can be. This is why… Read More
2018-03-05 18:15
A beautiful home and a beautiful lawn go together, that's why we work so hard to keep our lawns looking healthy and green. But it takes a lot of work to get that envied front-lawn look: hedg… Read More
2018-02-28 14:42
Carpenter ants are pests that are attracted to damp wood in your home. They burrow into your wood supports and beams to make their homes, which can cause damage to the structural integrity o… Read More
2018-02-26 15:06
We’re given warnings all the time in our every day lives about this or that, and from this source or that source, and we’ve gotten to be experts at ignoring those warnings. We se… Read More
2018-02-22 14:46
As soon as the weather starts to turn cold, you can bet that woodland critters, including mice, will start looking for a cozy place to call home for the winter. Unfortunately, that home migh… Read More
2018-02-20 15:21
Ever heard of a powder post beetle? Sounds like a strange name for an insect, that’s for sure. And, when it comes to wood-destroying pests, termites and carpenter ants get all of the c… Read More
2018-02-13 14:57
When you have flies flying around your house, you could probably care less about what type of fly it is. It's helpful to know, however, that there are big differences between the two most co… Read More
2018-02-09 15:12
One thing you probably already know is how creepy centipedes are. They look like they came straight out of a horror movie! However, did you know:
Centipedes do not have 100 legs even though… Read More
2018-02-07 14:28
The first question we would like to answer about earwigs is: "What are earwigs?" Well, earwigs are those creepy looking elongated insects that like to hang out in moist areas of a home. They… Read More
2018-01-30 15:17
If you own a restaurant, we don't need to explain the benefits of commercial pest control. When cockroaches, rodents, flies, and other illness-spreading pests plague a restaurant, they do mo… Read More
2018-01-25 14:35
Bed bugs are hitchhiking bugs. They move from one place of infestation to the next by laying their eggs in the items we carry, or by climbing into those items. This makes them impossible to… Read More
2018-01-16 14:23
When we think of fruit flies, we picture harmless little insects that gather and circle around ripe fruit. They are a complete nuisance to humans as they hover over items that are left out… Read More
2018-01-10 14:08
With the cold season upon us, a growing number of pests are frantically looking to survive, which means seeking out shelter, food, and water. As a result, homeowners are under invasion as th… Read More
2018-01-05 14:25
If boxelder bugs are visiting your property, you're likely to notice it. These bugs come by the hundreds, and even thousands. When they do, they cling to walls, congregate on sills, and cove… Read More
2017-12-29 15:41
Do you have household pests that keep appearing? Do overwintering pests crawl in your curtains in the fall and winter? Are rodents leaving droppings in the backs of your drawers and cabinets… Read More
2017-12-21 14:30
Christmas dinner with family and friends is coming quickly upon us. All of the planning, cooking, baking, and organizing that goes into making it the best Christmas dinner ever can be exhaus… Read More
2017-12-13 15:10
Now that the temperature has started to drop, many people will turn their attention away from pests like mosquitoes and termites. Their focus will be on other pests like mice and other winte… Read More
2017-12-08 14:25
It’s common to see more spiders in our homes during the winter months. Many people believe this is due to arachnids coming inside for shelter from the cold, but sometimes these spiders… Read More
2017-12-05 15:45
Every winter, during the holiday season, something not-so-magical happens. Animals that are usually content to stay outside of our homes, find a way inside. They do this because our homes ar… Read More
2017-11-28 16:00
Centipedes are disturbing. Wouldn't you agree? Those creepy crawly creatures are fast-moving, predatory, venomous and terrestrial arthropods with very long bodies and many jointed legs. And… Read More
2017-11-20 14:44
The kick-off of the holiday season is just around the corner. Thanksgiving is that time of year that brings exquisite joy as we spend time with our loved ones and focus on what is truly impo… Read More
2017-11-17 19:30
2017-11-14 14:32
Earwigs are common insects in the United States, and you've probably seen them before and know how creepy looking they are. They have long skinny bodies with long antennae that come from the… Read More
2017-11-08 15:32
We've all heard of the industrious nature of ants. We see their foraging paths and step on the little hills they make on the edge of the driveway. One of the most industrious kinds of ants i… Read More
2017-11-02 14:55
Chipmunks are one of those animals that many Minnesota homeowners think are cute. Unlike mice and other rodents, chipmunks don’t give us a creepy feeling. It can be fun to watch chipmu… Read More
2017-10-31 14:15
It's that time of year again. The kids are back in school, the temperatures are rising and falling drastically every day, and lice are taking advantage of all those discarded winter hats to… Read More
2017-10-19 14:10
You can feel it when you first wake up in the morning and as you are falling asleep at night, there is a chill in the air! Weekends spent enjoying the warm sunny weather of summer with famil… Read More
2017-10-16 15:31
Squirrels are adorable mischievous pests. How cute are they as they gather up acorns and crack them open. They can be quite entertaining as they scurry about, playing and jumping from tree t… Read More
2017-10-11 16:45
Have you ever heard of the play, The Taming of the Shrew? If so, then you may have the idea that shrews need to be "tamed." The fact is, many people don't know what a shrew is or, perhaps mo… Read More
2017-10-05 13:55
Mice are small and cute, but, who wants these pests living with them? Most of us do not like seeing mice in the pet store, let alone seeing them scurry across the kitchen floor at night as y… Read More
2017-09-23 15:38
Reading the title alone reveals one thing you already don’t know about multi-colored Asian lady beetles (MCALB). What are they? You know these little creatures, but you don’t eve… Read More
2017-09-15 13:18
It’s fall, which means you can find just about anything flavored with pumpkin spice and boxelder bugs and multi-colored Asian lady beetles trying to get inside your home. While m… Read More
2017-09-08 15:17
When you hear a noise in the wall, just above your head, as you're drifting off to sleep, you may be tempted to ignore it. When you see a cute little mouse scurrying along a wall in the kitc… Read More
2017-09-05 14:56
If you were around in the 1960s, you probably remember the beatle invasion. If you have been around since last year, you may remember the beetle invasion. Unlike the phenomenon that was The… Read More
2017-09-01 13:29
While yellow jackets and other stinging insects are certainly active in the summertime, it might surprise you to know that they become a greater problem later in the season and into fall.
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2017-08-31 14:30
Have you noticed the sun doesn't feel quite so hot lately? Maybe you've spotted a few colored leaves on the trees. Or perhaps there is even a little nip in the air at night. Yes, summer is c… Read More
2017-08-29 13:32
Carpenter ants are large ants that you don’t want to find in or around your home. When carpenter ants enter our homes they are looking for one thing, wood. These are wood-destroying pe… Read More
2017-08-23 14:37
When customers visit your establishment, you want them to walk away feeling satisfied, with souvenirs, and carrying memories of the experience. That is how to get your customers to come back… Read More
2017-08-11 14:32
Right around this time each year millions of teens and young adults around the country are on their way back to college for another year of higher learning. The future looks bright for these… Read More
2017-08-04 13:10
Bats, you either love them or you hate them. The truth about bats is that out in nature they are a beneficial species, they help to control populations of nuisance and dangerous insects incl… Read More
2017-07-28 14:25
Summer is a time for outdoor concerts, BBQ’s, pool days, and lazy afternoons; however, it is also the season where stinging insects like wasps are out and about, frantically collecting… Read More
2017-07-21 13:45
Chipmunks have got to be one of the cutest little rodents ever! These little energy-filled bundles of reddish brown fur dart here and there always chattering as they go. They seem to be on a… Read More
2017-07-17 20:05
What is better on a hot summer weekend than packing up the family and headed to the shore? Or, perhaps finding a mountain retreat and a cabin by a clear blue lake is more what you need to wi… Read More
2017-07-11 14:15
Are flies driving you crazy? They certainly have that capacity. They make an annoying buzzing sound; they bump into us and, most importantly, they land on our food. Don't get us started on w… Read More
2017-07-07 15:00
Centipedes are intimidating. They have long bodies, they have several legs, and they creep around your home. When you look at a centipede, they make your skin crawl; but are they going to hu… Read More
2017-06-30 13:38
Ants are a common pest. They are so common, in fact, that we hardly even notice when they are around. Well, unless they are in our sugar bowl or some other place that we have no choice but t… Read More
2017-06-26 14:00
When we think of dangerous pests, we often think about highly poisonous spiders like the black widow or the brown recluse, stinging insects like bees and wasps, or wood damaging carpenter an… Read More
2017-06-20 13:29
It is warming up both inside and outside, and now you have little fruit flies all over the place. They are annoying, they swarm all around your food, and you can’t seem to stop them on… Read More
2017-06-14 13:22
While Canada geese are beautiful creatures, they can become a real problem when they settle on your property. It would be wonderful if they simply came and looked pretty and just nibbled on… Read More
2017-06-06 15:45
In an effort to dispel the myths about bed bugs and to bring you accurate information about these troublesome pests in order to help stop their rapid spread throughout the United States, the… Read More
2017-05-30 14:30
Centipedes are not only a complete nuisance, but they are also creepy! – Really, really creepy. They are not pleasant to have hanging around your home, although they can be helpful by… Read More
2017-05-24 14:30
Puffy, itchy, lumps on your arm, your back, your legs, your ankles--is that what spring is all about? For some of us it is. We get calls all the time from folks that are fed up with paying a… Read More
2017-05-19 14:30
This month the CDC warned us that ticks will be out in full force this season. How much do you know about these dangerous little blood suckers? May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and this… Read More
2017-05-15 13:17
While no one wants to see ants walking across their kitchen counters and floors, the truth is most ants are more of a nuisance than anything else. They're just looking for food and water and… Read More
2017-05-02 15:00
What do you think of when someone says the word starling? Do you think of the variety of plumage these birds can have? Do you imagine feeding french fries to a few dozen of them dancing arou… Read More
2017-04-28 14:08
Centipedes have never had a name that inspires happiness. No, they have a frightening name and even worse appearance. Centipedes are insects you don’t want in your home. Centipedes in… Read More
2017-04-24 14:14
Voles look cute and harmless, but they are a real pain when it comes to managing your lawn for spring and summer. Voles on your property are destructive. Learn about the problems caused by v… Read More
2017-04-18 13:04
There are a few species of ants found living in our area, and besides the question of “how do I get rid of these ants from my house”; we are often asked the question, “are… Read More
2017-04-13 15:35
Are you starting to see spiders crawling around your home? It isn't surprising. While spiders have a natural antifreeze that allows them to survive the cold temperatures of winter, they don'… Read More
2017-04-07 13:33
An ash tree can grow for decades, becoming a centerpiece for a yard or an area of property. They are stately trees with a network of trunks and branches that add incredible character to a ho… Read More
2017-03-29 13:25
They sound nice, but fruit flies are far from appealing bugs. They are annoying pests that seem to pop up out of nowhere in your home. You are batting them, seeing them in your wine, and sho… Read More
2017-03-22 14:13
It is nice to walk outside on a spring day and hear the woodpeckers on the trees above or on the utility poles. They are powerful birds with a unique hunting skill. What you don’t want… Read More
2017-03-16 13:45
There are many questions that seem fairly straightforward, but actually have a complicated answer, like, "Does this dress make me look fat?" and "Are powder post beetles dangerous?"
Obviousl… Read More
2017-03-13 14:15
This time of the year is a great time to start thinking about spring cleaning. Across the country windows will be washed, basements will be cleaned out, every nook and cranny in every cupboa… Read More
2017-03-08 15:37
If you were planning to take a trip to the ocean, would you want to know if sharks had been reported near that beach? Of course you would. Knowing where sharks have been seen can help you ta… Read More
2017-02-24 14:23
If you do an internet search for remedies to get rid of lice, you will go down a labyrinth of solutions. Everyone has DIY solutions and home remedies, but few are effective and none get to t… Read More
2017-02-14 17:00
It is almost certain that you have heard of chiggers, but do you know what they are? Technically, they are the larval stage of a particular species of mite (Trombiculidae) and are sometimes… Read More
2017-02-11 14:44
This is a very good question! Why do centipedes invade homes? In the winter they are looking for a dark, moist, secluded space that offers them a food source to wait out the cold months. The… Read More
2017-02-10 14:00
For most people living in cold climates, the idea of overwintering would be to spend time someplace warm: "I prefer to overwinter on the beach in Mexico." When it comes to pests, overwinteri… Read More
2017-02-01 15:45
At first glance, you may have no idea what these two holidays have in common. After all, one is about a fat, furry, adorable little rodent who predicts the weather, and the other is about fl… Read More
2017-01-31 15:48
It isn’t uncommon for a homeowner to have no idea that anything is living in their home until that fateful moment when the kitchen light gets flipped on and a small, furry mouse makes… Read More
2017-01-25 14:15
Having boxelder bugs is the kind of pest problem that can feel overwhelming. These bugs come by the hundreds and even thousands. They look like an unsightly mess when they clump in massive g… Read More
2017-01-18 15:34
When people think about pests in their homes, most people’s first thought is ants or mice, but there are a lot of different types of insects and other pests that can invade and cause p… Read More
2017-01-13 14:01
If you're like most people, you don't spend much time thinking about what's inside your walls. Out of sight, out of mind, right? You're more interested in what's on your walls, like pictures… Read More
2017-01-10 14:35
Some people deal with overwintering pests every year. When temperatures drop, bugs hide. Sometimes they hide in our homes and businesses. When they do, they drive us a little bit crazy. But… Read More
2016-12-28 14:10
Have you ever opened up a pantry product and found webbing inside? Have you ever had a hundred ants crawling between the living room and the kitchen? Have you ever had to kill a spider befor… Read More
2016-12-23 21:37
If you've noticed an ant crawling across a pantry shelf or scrambling along a window ledge, we understand why it would make one of your eyebrows lift. It is definitely a curious sight. Ants… Read More
2016-12-21 14:30
Every year, something predictable happens. Actually, several predictable ‘somethings’ happen. Temperatures drop, snow flutters down to cover the ground, and flies disappear. It i… Read More
2016-12-16 14:44
Want to know how to recognize and prevent a centipede infestation in Minnesota? They are definitely disgusting and creepy pests that most people do not want invading their homes. Centipedes… Read More
2016-12-08 16:15
When you think of the holiday season you think of menorah’s and Santa and Christmas Trees and cookies – but you may also want to put a little thought into preventing bed bugs thi… Read More
2016-11-29 14:15
When there's something furry, on your property, who ya gonna call? When they get inside, and it don't smell good, who ya gonna call? Hopefully, you'll call someone who is educated in the saf… Read More
2016-11-23 14:49
Sometimes, when you are trying to figure out what works to get something accomplished, you need to go through several trial and error strategies to weed out what doesn't work before you fina… Read More
2016-11-23 14:32
I know that many of you have had the unfortunate experience of having squirrels in your attics or in your walls during past winters and I really don’t think that any of you would ever… Read More
2016-11-15 14:55
When my sister and I were kids, we would spend a summer afternoon looking for ladybugs. It was supposedly good luck to have one land on you; and if we were so fortunate as to have that happe… Read More
2016-11-10 15:30
The last leaves on the trees are just about gone, and it is likely that snow is not too far away as the temperatures drop lower and lower. You might be all set to take a well-deserved winter… Read More
2016-10-31 13:24
The weather, it is a changing! There is no denying that winter is fast approaching as the mercury falls right along with the leaves. As this happens, you may be tempted to think that your pe… Read More
2016-10-24 14:47
If you own a business in Minnesota, you are, no doubt, aware that cockroaches are unwanted intruders that can create many issues. Cockroaches aren't just a problem for businesses in the food… Read More
2016-10-17 13:52
Ladybugs are cute, and an essential part of every kid’s bug box. They are not so pleasing when they are in your home. Ladybugs should stay outside. When they come in, it’s time t… Read More
2016-10-10 13:51
Some bugs are dangerous to have around. Cockroaches, for instance, carry all sorts of bacteria and diseases. Ticks can bite and spread Lyme disease. And wasps, if they sting the right person… Read More
2016-10-07 12:11
Tis the season, once again, when leaves begin to turn brilliant hues of scarlet, orange and gold, sounds of high school football games penetrate Saturday nights, and the crisp air of October… Read More
2016-09-30 14:17
Have you ever been digging in your garden and had the opportunity to see a minute bug hop out of the disturbed soil onto your arm and off again? Probably the answer to that question is &lsqu&hell…Read More
2016-09-24 13:54
There are many who believe that spiders are an overwintering pest, and that this is why they are such a problem in the fall. The truth is, the kind of spiders that you find inside your home… Read More
2016-09-22 12:42
Ahhh, fall. Tis the season for crisp fall leaves crunching underfoot as you take your morning walk, breathing the brisk, cool air, and sitting around a toasty warm campfire at night. Yes, th… Read More
2016-09-15 11:52
Do it yourself nest removal methods vary depending on the time of year and what kind of stinging pest you're dealing with. In spring, getting rid of a nest is as easy as taking a broom to it… Read More
2016-09-06 12:00
It’s that time of year when children bemoan the loss of their summer freedom and parents all across America can be seen jumping, and screaming for joy as kids head back to the classroo… Read More
2016-08-25 13:15
At Adam's Pest Control, we employ some very educated people who could very easily talk your ear off about carpenter ants. But let's be honest; you don't really need to know how many species… Read More
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