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We help homeowners fight back against annoying and costly pests like bed bugs, termites, roaches, and many more. We provide helpful tips and answers to common questions people have about the pests in their home.
2018-12-03 18:34
Planning to remove a nest? You may be thinking of doing it when the hornets are in their most docile state. This makes sense since you want to hit them when they’re not active. But whe… Read More
2018-12-03 18:34
Wolf spiders are unlike the usual arachnids that stay on their webs. They’re movers and fast sprinters, making them extra scary to have around the house. So if you’re tired of ge… Read More
2018-12-03 18:29
Does the dryer kill fleas? We often get that question because many of our flea removal tips involve washing clothes and beddings. So right now, we’re going to head into the details of… Read More
2018-12-03 17:54
Bees die after they sting, but bed bugs have a very different story. So when you ask yourself these questions: When bed bugs bite, do they die? What do they do after sucking blood? The answe… Read More
2018-12-03 16:39
Whether it’s an unsettling amount of ants near the front door or just a few stragglers here and there, there’s always a chance that you could be facing an infestation without eve… Read More
2018-12-03 16:24
Insects differ from one another. This may seem like it’s no big deal. But when it comes to bed bugs vs ants, you have to know how they look, behave and bite. These are all for the adva… Read More
2018-12-03 16:19
Aside from cooking, white vinegar is used for so many things. If you read a lot of life hacks, you know that you can use it for doing laundry, sanitizing things and cleaning just about anyth… Read More
2018-12-03 16:09
Learn how to keep spiders out of the basement with these simple tips and tricks. Now you can turn your dark basement scare-free because it’s now spider-free! Spiders love to stay in ou… Read More
2018-12-03 16:04
Black widow spiders are a scary thing, especially if you find one in or around your home. You may not know how to deal with them or get rid of them. Learning how to kill a black widow spider… Read More
2018-12-03 15:59
Knowing where roaches hide is one of the most important initial steps in eradicating them from your home. These insects don’t hide randomly. They have specific places that they constan… Read More
2018-12-03 15:44
Horseflies. They are ravenous. Who doesn’t loathe them? Today we’ll discuss “all things fly repellent” with a special focus on homemade horse fly s… Read More
2018-12-03 15:34
What Do Ants Eat? “What do ants eat”, you ask? Ants eat everything. With a side of anything. And nothing leftover. Have you ever looked up&nbs&hell…Read More
2018-12-03 14:59
Cypress mulch is another staple for a lot of yards out there. Its dark color gives a sharp contrast to flowering plants and vibrant leaves. At first glance, it may look amazing, but how much… Read More
2018-12-03 14:49
Is there anything more annoying than a fly? Seriously, those things can be hard to swat and can end up living in your house for quite awhile before you actually get it. So this post is dedic… Read More
2018-12-03 14:14
With spring and summer just around the corner, you know that those darn mosquitoes are already making plans to ruin your outdoor parties and activities. To help you stay one step ahead of th… Read More
2018-12-03 13:39
Bed bugs were virtually non-existent for almost 50 years. Before the 1950’s they were associated with run down houses and filth. Bed bugs were thought to have disappeared but began res… Read More
2018-12-03 13:34
Nobody likes having pests around the house. I’m not talking about your kids, but real pests like insects, rodents, etc. You might have ants, flies, mosquitoes, cockroaches and more in… Read More
2018-12-03 13:19
Got a weird itch on your head. Got bed bugs in the house. If you put two and two together, can bed bugs live in your hair? People tend to ask this a lot. That’s because bed bugs can be… Read More
2018-12-03 13:04
Scenic windows, warm interiors, a blossoming garden – a picture perfect home you’ve got! This is until you see bugs invading and eating away your home from the inside. It’s… Read More
2018-12-03 12:39
While bed bugs have been around for a few thousand years, they have been virtually undetectable since the 1950’s. In recent years bed bug infestations have become more and more common… Read More
2018-12-03 12:34
During winter, we take out the thickest coats, sip hot coco inside or even go out and enjoy ski trips and snowball fights. But what about the bugs? What do they do during the snowy season? A… Read More
2018-12-03 12:24
Two of the most common defensive mechanisms in the animal kingdom are biting and stinging. Typically, a bug can sting but not bite and vice versa. So it’s somehow rare to have both bio… Read More
2018-12-03 12:19
Does hot water kill fleas? If it does, how can we use it to protect our house from these bugs? Here’s what you should know. Warm water is a safe and toxic-free option that gets ri… Read More
2018-12-03 12:09
Your kitchen is the ant’s strike zone. The different food kept in there are their main priority, and they don’t really care if they can just take home scraps or a plate full of s… Read More
2018-12-03 11:49
Since you’ve stumbled your way here, we’re guessing that you’re curious about hornets and their attraction to light. But what if we tell you that they’re not “a… Read More
2018-12-03 11:44
There’s a real demand for mosquito traps all over the world. Many companies and homeowners even swear by their effectiveness. But are these claims real? Do mosquito traps work? Here ar… Read More
2018-12-03 11:39
Mosquitoes are one of the most common pests, and also one of the most annoying. When the female mosquito bites, she injects saliva into the skin where the blood has been taken. It may seem l… Read More
2018-12-03 11:34
Seeing one or two bumble bees around your home isn’t necessarily a cause for concern. If you discover that you do have a problem, you will need to know how to get rid of bumble bees. I… Read More
2018-12-03 11:29
Gnats are one of the most annoying pests you will probably ever encounter. Several questions like where do gnats come from and do gnats bite are often asked by homeowners and people who are… Read More
2018-12-03 10:59
Since they belong to the same suborder, gnats and mosquitoes have many similarities, including the way they look. This leads many people to mistakenly switch their identities from time to ti… Read More
2018-12-03 10:54
Termites are always on the lookout for new food. They can forage for about 150 feet around their colony just to look for wood. With a bit of bad luck, they land inside your house and infest… Read More
2018-12-03 10:49
Bed bug infestation can be devastating to a homeowner for a few reasons: It is very expensive to get professional treatment It is hard to be certain that all bed bugs have been eradicated Yo… Read More
2018-12-03 10:39
Flying ants can be a big pain, especially when they are swarming around a particular area. Luckily they primarily seen during the spring and summer months. These pests cannot withstand the c… Read More
2018-12-03 10:29
Is there anything more annoying than the common house fly? It’s not that they do any major harm, but you’ll end up chasing that thing around for days trying to swat it with a rol… Read More
2018-12-03 10:14
Are roaches attracted to coffee? Most of the time, yes. Many homeowners have had troubles when these insects nesting inside coffee machines, cupboards and pantries. But there are easy ways y… Read More
2018-12-03 10:09
While bed bugs were once a thing of the past, they are currently a growing issue in North America. The first time bed bugs arrived on the continent was over 3,000 years ago when the early co… Read More
2018-12-03 10:04
A pet’s safety is one priority that we should keep in mind when we look for pest control options for our house. After all, they’re part of the family. But if you have a massive r… Read More
2018-12-03 09:59
You clean every chance you get. There’s not a single bread crumb on the floor. But why are there still so many ants in the house? That’s a reasonable question. And the short answ… Read More
2018-12-03 09:54
Got mosquito bites near the baby’s eye? Don’t fret. We got just the right remedies for you. The skin on our eyes are the thinnest and the most fragile. Couple that with a new-bor… Read More
2018-12-03 09:24
With our constant struggle with termites, it makes sense to “know” more about them and to get more info as how we’re going to protect our homes. One little info though is k… Read More
2018-12-03 09:19
We typically see honey bees as one of the most docile insects out there. But that’s not always the case. Since these bugs do belong to hives that have plenty of valuable things that ne… Read More
2018-12-03 09:04
You may have found that you have a yellow jacket problem around your home. This is a scary thing for a number of reasons. Now you just need to know how to get rid of yellow jackets the easie… Read More
2018-12-03 08:59
Pine straw is one of the most popular mulches in the US. Its eco-friendly nature, amazing use for landscaping and rustic autumn feel make it a staple for every garden. However, if you’… Read More
2018-12-03 08:49
So you’ve found something fishy in one corner of your house, decaying wood that used to be a solid part of a room. And you ask yourself, is this caused by termites or dry rot? Identify… Read More
2018-12-03 08:44
By: Moriah Arn Wasp nest removal can be very dangerous. When a nest is found in your home, shed, garage or any other part of your property, you need to know how to remove it safely. With the… Read More
2018-12-03 08:19
From the moment you begin hearing chirping outside of your window you will likely wonder how to get rid of crickets. The problem with crickets usually begins in late spring and ends right be… Read More
2018-12-03 08:09
Fleas are one of the worst pests that can ever enter our homes. Not only are they voracious blood suckers, their jumping makes them very hard to kill. So if you’re here to learn how to… Read More
2018-12-03 07:49
What do bumblebees eat? Virtually all bees eat the same thing, so bumblebees shouldn’t be any different. Flowers are also their main source of nourishment because it contains two basic… Read More
2018-12-03 07:39
When it comes to ants, there are plenty of treatments out there. One of them uses salt, a common ingredient found in all kitchens. There are a lot of theories and ways about this humble cond… Read More
2018-12-03 07:34
Controlling roaches using store-bought chemical pesticides is not appealing to some homeowners who prefer to make their own natural bug repellents from plants. And while some herbs famously… Read More
2018-12-03 07:19
Bed bugs bites are menacing. They’re itchy and more than uncomfortable if there are a lot of them. However, a lot of suggestions in the internet say that if you wear clothes that are l… Read More
2018-12-03 07:14
If you find yourself with a possible bumble bee issue on hand, you may be wondering where to start. Generally these insects begin showing up in spring and can stick around until the first fr… Read More
2018-12-03 07:04
There a lot of soil varieties, but most subterranean termites love to move around the moist kind. Sand, on the other hand, is said to repel termites because of its loose composition. Is this… Read More
2018-12-03 06:54
By: Kaitlyn Butts What attracts Mosquitoes? Many of us get bit by a mosquito now and then; some people more than others. But, have you ever asked the question: Why? Mosquitoes are most activ… Read More
2018-12-03 06:34
Termites aren’t something many homeowners think about. Finding out you may have an issue with them can be a little intimidating. There are a few different types of termites, and it is… Read More
2018-12-03 06:29
We all want that prize winning lawn. But how do we achieve a fantastic looking yard if there are ugly ant mounds all over the place? Naturally, we want to get rid of them without hurting our… Read More
2018-12-03 06:19
Having a furry eight-legged spider on the bed is a horrific nightmare that can also happen in real life! So to get a good night’s sleep and to stop worrying about these creatures climb… Read More
2018-12-03 06:09
Ants are small, but they’re hardy. Anything normal for us like bread crumbs and marbles are massive to them. So you can only imagine how the rain is for them, giant circular pools of w… Read More
2018-12-03 06:04
Human scabies is a very scary condition that involves parasites that sound like they came from a science fiction movie. However, in real life, they do exist. And your best bet is to make you… Read More
2018-12-03 05:59
Silent destroyers, that’s what they’re called. These little insects cause more property damage yearly than giant typhoons. For a long time, a lot of pest control companies h… Read More
2018-12-03 05:54
Termites are one of the worst pests you can ever encounter in your home. They destroy more homes than typhoons and fires, collectively. Millions of homeowners pay thousands upon thousands of… Read More
2018-12-03 05:39
Seeing a white cockroach may stun you and freak you out a little bit. They aren’t incredibly common and opinions on them vary greatly. Dealing with cockroaches isn’t a pleasant t… Read More
2018-12-03 05:34
If you’ve suffered from a fire ant bite, you may be concerned for your own safety and not know what you should do, if anything to treat it. We’ll discuss what your best treatment… Read More
2018-12-03 05:24
Bumblebees aren’t solitary insects. But how do they live? Do bumblebees live in hives? If they do, how do you avoid running into them? Here’s what you need to know. Bumblebees ha… Read More
2018-12-03 05:04
Most of the time, when others look at a hornet, they compare it to a bee. And it makes sense because hornets and bees seem like they have the same structure. But when it comes right down to… Read More
2018-12-03 04:39
Cockroaches first appeared some 320 million years ago, during the Carboniferous period. And it’s true that the humble roach could survive radiation exposure that would kill most humans… Read More
2018-12-03 04:34
From afar, they oftentimes look the same. But bumblebees and honey bees are totally different when it comes to appearance and behavior. Here’s a quick bumblebee vs honey bee guide to h… Read More
2018-12-03 04:19
When fleas are around, the homeowner’s first line of defence is the humble vacuum cleaner. But not many realize how vacuuming fleas really work. There might be a lot of perks to using… Read More
2018-12-03 04:14
Bed bugs have recently made a resurgence to become one of the most difficult indoor pests to control today. They are appearing increasingly throughout homes, hotels, college dormitorie… Read More
2018-12-03 03:54
If you’re tired of using the same old spidercides that don’t seem to work, why not try using peppermint oil for spiders? It’s natural, effective and it smells amazing too!… Read More
2018-12-03 03:49
Even though termites don’t eat live plants, their nesting and foraging habits make it difficult for your Daisies and Marigolds to thrive. Yes, you can get rid of these insects, but a l… Read More
2018-12-03 03:39
Ants can act differently in the dark, but not that much. CC Image courtesy of Sancho McCann on Flickr Have you ever wondered if ants take nightly breaks like we do? Where do ants go at night… Read More
2018-12-03 03:29
The salt carpet treatment is popular online. It’s a cheap alternative that a lot of homeowners swear by, even though there isn’t much proof that supports its effectiveness &ndash&hell…Read More
2018-12-03 03:24
Cinnamon is a widely used ant treatment. However, a lot of videos and posts have popped up to criticize it. So we’d like to confirm. Do ants like cinnamon now? Or is there something we… Read More
2018-12-03 03:19
The Oriental cockroach is found in damp areas, woodpiles and in basements that remain moist or have been flooded. Finding roaches in your home can be distressing. That’s because these… Read More
2018-12-03 03:09
Spider Bites on Dogs…Awareness, Detection and Protection In this article, we’d like to give you some quick but sage advice about spider bites on dogs…with your  &hell…Read More
2018-12-03 03:04
After seeing tiny red bugs on concrete in front of or near your home, you may be wondering what they are. Because they are so little, you may not even notice their presence until there are h… Read More
2018-12-03 02:59
When it comes to mysterious red marks, it’s important that you know where they come from. Knowing their origin helps you deal with them. That’s why we’re comparing the two… Read More
2018-12-03 02:44
If you have found yourself with a cockroach infestation you will not only have to deal with cleaning up the massive amount of bugs, but also the huge piles cockroach poop. There are many fac… Read More
2018-12-03 02:39
Looking for the best ant traps? Trying to get rid of an infestation? You’ve come to the right place. Ant Baits are patient traps. They’re common ant treatments that kill ants by… Read More
2018-12-03 02:34
Stink bug control can be a challenge. Stink bugs are becoming more of a problem than they were in the past decade. There are several different species of stink bugs, all derived from Asia. T… Read More
2018-12-03 02:29
Are honey bees the only bugs that can make honey? How about bumblebees? Do bumblebees make honey? Well, it turns out that they can! Like honey bees, bumblebees make their honey from nectar a… Read More
2018-12-03 02:24
By: Laura Silvashy Maybe you recently had a picnic in your backyard that was plagued with wasps. Maybe you are noticing more wasps than usual around your house. Maybe you’ve even been… Read More
2018-12-03 02:19
There are 500 species of carpenter bees. These bees, unlike termites, do not consume wood. They just use woods to nest. Carpenter bees love lumber from ash, California redwood, cedar, c… Read More
2018-12-03 02:14
Termites are good as decomposers for forests and for other natural settings, but they’re totally bad news when they’re near humans. As small as they are, they’re still very… Read More
2018-12-03 02:09
If you have recently discovered a roach infestation in your home you may be asking yourself, “do roaches bite?” Not only is this one of the most common questions from homeowners… Read More
2018-12-03 02:04
Are you currently experiencing annoying mosquito problems at home? That’s probably because they live near you! So to get rid of those pesky insects, it’s high time you learn wher… Read More
2018-12-03 01:34
A lot of us know that lavender can be used to deter pests like fleas and spiders. But does it really work? Does lavender repel spiders? Or is it just another remedy that’s been sensati… Read More
2018-12-03 01:24
We get asked about pest-related questions a lot. Questions like “How long do fleas live?” and “Can fleas live without a host?” may seem uninteresting at first. But, t… Read More
2018-12-03 01:19
Keeping mosquitoes off is no simple task, and choosing the right method to accomplish that job is equally as hard. But since we absolutely need these bugs to get off our personal space and l… Read More
2018-12-03 01:14
We buy cleaning products to get rid of germs, and one of the most popular tool that we use is Lysol. However, there’s been a lot of talk that involves Lysol being more than just a clea… Read More
2018-12-03 01:04
Why do ants keep attacking your pet’s bowl? Do ants like dog food? Yes, absolutely! Ants will eat just about anything. And your puppy’s food is no exemption. They can attack your… Read More
2018-12-03 00:59
Fleas are one of the least welcome visitors you can have in your home! Fleas can infest your furniture, your carpets, and even your pets. But it’s not just your dog or cat that could b… Read More
2018-12-03 00:54
Ant bites can range from a mild irritant to life threatening, depending on the ant and the number of bites. Unlike other bugs, ants aren’t usually painted with a dramatic and deadly im… Read More
2018-12-03 00:34
There’s just something about spiders that drains the blood out your face. These eight-legged creatures are hard enough to look at but having them inside your house where they can creep… Read More
2018-12-03 00:24
Asking how to kill mosquitoes is a tricky question because there are so many ways that you can do it. You can get rid of them naturally or chemically. It really just depends on what treatmen… Read More
2018-12-03 00:04
This article seeks to solve the tricky little riddle of how to get rid of cluster flies. More importantly, we’d like to equip you with the knowledge to keep these… Read More
2018-12-02 23:59
Before they turn into full grown termites, you first see termite larvae. The process begins with the queen termite laying eggs. These eggs will then be transported by the worker termites to… Read More
2018-12-02 23:54
Termites are small insects that can be helpful and harmful at the same time. They help in decomposing dead wood and recycling a rotten tree into new soil, which makes them important to the h… Read More
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