2022-01-13 13:00
Area Ants In Wilmington And Their Risks
While there are a plethora of ant species in Wilmington, there are several varieties that you are more likely to see invading your home and property… Read More
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2022-01-08 13:00
What Are Silverfish?
For many Wilmington homeowners, the question of 'what are silverfish?' is necessary to understand. This insect is small and teardrop-shaped; the end of its body has thr… Read More
2022-01-03 13:00
What Do Bed Bugs Actually Look Like?
Bed bugs look different at each stage of their life cycle. The eggs are the smallest, and they can be extremely difficult to notice. They are only about… Read More
2021-12-26 13:00
Some Threats Rodents Pose
Rodents are not clean creatures. They regularly consume trash, crawl through filth, and make other unsanitary life decisions. This causes them to pick up a variety… Read More
2021-12-19 13:00
Why Pantry Pests Invade Food
Adult pantry pests do not consume the food they invade, but rather use it as a way to provide nutrients for their young. Most often, food-invading pests like In… Read More
2021-12-12 13:00
Characteristics Of A Skunk
These smelly, wildlife creatures are iconically known for their black and white fur, fluffy tails, and sickening smell that they release. While you may already be… Read More
2021-12-01 13:00
Bed Bugs: A Quick Snapshot
Known to be the one of the most annoying “parasitical hitchhikers” of the world, bed bugs give most people an icky feeling - and for good reason.
At… Read More
2021-11-30 13:00
Regional Bats
Residents may spot several types of bats in this part of the Tar Heel State, including the northern long-eared bat, tri-colored bat, big brown bat, evening bat, eastern red ba… Read More
2021-11-19 13:00
Area Cockroaches
Living in North Carolina means sharing territory with cockroaches. Several of these types of pests find the conditions favorable in the Tar Heel State:
American Cockroach:… Read More
2021-11-12 13:00
Why House Mice Aren’t Nice
A typical mouse has piercing dark eyes and exhibits grayish-brown coloring with ivory shading on the tummy. These tiny rodents are one of the most common pe… Read More
2021-11-05 12:00
Issues With Identifying Bed Bugs
Although technically visible, these tiny pests can be one of the most problematic insects for the average homeowner to identify with the naked eye. Bed bugs… Read More
2021-10-30 12:00
Identifying The Black Widow Spider
To identify a black widow spider, look for a bulbous shiny black body and a red hourglass marking or a row of red dots (red dots are typically found on th… Read More
2021-10-20 12:00
Common Ticks Found In Wilmington
Four major tick varieties are found in Wilmington. Each one carries its own characteristics and potential for spreading disease.
American Dog Tick: Brown w… Read More
2021-10-10 12:00
Why Bed Bugs Make It Into Your Hotel
Bed bugs are small, flat insects that have a reddish-brown color. They typically grow to around a quarter of an inch long, making them extremely hard to… Read More
2021-10-01 12:00
Risks Associated With Sugar Ants
Most sugar ant species are nuisance pests, but the Pharaoh ant, one of the most common species of sugar ant, can carry and transmit a variety of bacteria. P… Read More
2021-09-24 12:00
What Is A Bed Bug?
Bed bugs are far more common than you think. As a nation, we had pretty much eradicated the little pests, but in the 90’s they returned with a vengeance. Ninety-eig… Read More
2021-09-17 12:15
Pantry Pests In Wilmington
Here is a list of the most common pantry pests in Wilmington:
Indian Meal Moths - These are small moths with reddish-brown wings, but it’s the larvae tha… Read More
2021-09-10 12:30
Mosquitoes Common To North Carolina
There are several types of mosquitoes in the area, but these are the ones that we need to worry about in Wilmington.
Yellow Fever Mosquito
Northe… Read More
2021-09-03 13:05
Types Of Ants To Look Out For In Wilmington
The most common ants in the Wilmington area are Argentine ants, pharaoh ants, odorous house ants, and fire ants. The first three are identified a… Read More
2021-08-27 12:00
What Cockroaches Are Common in Wilmington? What Are the Risks?
American and German cockroaches are just two species that are prevailing in the area. They are some of the most troublesome on… Read More
2021-08-20 12:00
How Do Termites Behave? What Are the Risks?
A termite colony is composed of workers, soldiers, and swarmers. There’s variation in size and color for each subset among different specie… Read More
2021-08-13 19:45
Established in 2002, the PCT Top 100 is an annual list recognizing the largest 100 pest control companies operating in North America. And this year, Bug-N-A-Rug Exterminators made the cut!… Read More
2021-08-13 12:00
#1 Misconception About Wilmington Bed Bugs
Many people believe that bed bugs only live in dirty homes. They believe that dirt and grime are an invitation for bed bugs to infest homes. The t… Read More
2021-08-06 12:00
What Everyone Ought To Know About Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are fairly small averaging around a quarter inch in length. Their size makes them difficult to spot, but their coloring can vary from… Read More
2021-07-28 12:00
Ant Pressures
Imagine a big invisible wall just outside your property. Now imagine it closing in and driving every living creature toward your home. The more those walls press in, the more… Read More
2021-07-19 12:00
1. Excrement
Cockroaches have black excrement. You might find this excrement sprinkled around in dark, moist locations within your home, or you might find smears on baseboards, walls, and o… Read More
2021-07-14 12:00
What It Means To Find Subterranean Termites
If you pick up branches in your yard and discover tiny, pale insects that are about ⅛ of an inch long, you need to understand what you've u… Read More
2021-07-05 12:00
Why Is It Difficult To See Bed Bugs?
There are many biting insects that can get into your home. Most of them will let you know it. Mosquitoes will make an annoying sound as they fly around i… Read More
2021-06-25 12:00
Why Mosquito Protecting Matters
Mosquitoes are large flying insects that don't seem too intimidating from afar. Unlike wasps and hornets, mosquitoes have no stingers or venom. What they do h… Read More
2021-06-18 12:00
The Truth About Spiders In Wilmington, NC
In Wilmington,NC there are a few spiders that can cause you harm. But, for the most part, the spiders are harmless. The house spider is extrem… Read More
2021-06-11 12:00
The Problem With Cockroach Infestations
When you spot the signs of a cockroach infestation, you need to act quickly. This is because cockroaches are more than just a nuisance Wilmington, NC… Read More
2021-06-04 12:00
The Challenges Of Keeping Bed Bugs Out
You probably want to protect everyone in your home from bed bugs. After all, they're one of the most annoying insects in Wilmington and they can keep y… Read More
2021-05-28 12:00
Can You Really Prevent Bed Bugs?
Despite what some people might tell you, bed bugs are nearly impossible to completely prevent. For one, they are incredibly tiny and good at hiding until nig… Read More
2021-05-21 12:00
Fleas & Ticks: What To Know
While similar, fleas and ticks don’t even belong to the same class. Despite both being tiny, ticks are more closely related to spiders than to insects… Read More
2021-05-14 12:00
Termites: Destructive & Dangerous
Of all the wood-boring pests in the world, termites are the most well-known. That’s for good reason. Termites don’t need to sleep, meaning t… Read More
2021-05-07 12:00
Wilmington home and business owners have important questions about mosquitoes that need to be answered. If citizens know what draws these bugs in, they can better prevent them. You can get t… Read More
2021-04-28 12:00
Unfortunately, mosquitoes seem to share our affinity for our budding beach town. Before you plan your next outdoor adventure on the beach or in your very own Wilmington yard, get the facts o… Read More
2021-04-21 12:00
Hazardous Home Invaders
The common roaches that invade Wilmington homes range in size from a quarter of an inch to an inch-and-a-half long, and they range in color from light brown to a dark… Read More
2021-04-14 12:00
What Is Termite Season, Anyway?
As spring pushes on into summer, now is the perfect time to learn when your house will be at the highest risk of a termite infestation. You probably understan… Read More
2021-04-07 12:00
Hitchhikers Haunting Your Dreams
Bed bugs are tiny creatures that don’t move around very quickly. They wait until you’ve stopped moving to come out from under the mattress… Read More
2021-03-26 12:45
Bed Bugs And House Cleaning
There is a common misconception that bed bugs are most likely to exist in homes that are not regularly cleaned. This is a fallacy, as unlike many types of pests… Read More
2021-03-19 12:15
Why Do Mice Invade Homes?
When they can gain access, mice will move indoors in search of shelter from various external conditions and a supply of food and water. While indoors, they will gat… Read More
2021-03-12 13:00
The Many Problems You’ll Face With German Cockroaches
Like any other insidious cockroach out there, German cockroaches pose problems to human homeowners in more ways than one. They can… Read More
2021-03-07 13:00
he First Sign Of A Termite Problem
Signs of a termite infestation are often very easy to miss. Symptoms like swelling to window and door frames, peeling paint, or creaky floorboards are also… Read More
2021-02-26 14:00
How To Spot Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are some of the toughest pests to properly identify. Not only are they often mistaken for other tiny parasites, like ticks and fleas, they are also far more com… Read More
2021-02-19 14:00
Squirrels: What You Need To Know
Squirrels are woodland creatures that have adapted well to modern human activity. They can survive in urban areas or rural communities, which is part of why… Read More
2021-02-12 14:00
Cockroaches: Dirty & Dangerous
Cockroaches don’t just look gross, they are the embodiment of filth. Their greasy bodies attract germs and dust, which they spread far and wide as th… Read More
2021-02-07 14:00
Common Invasive Rodents
The two most common invasive rodents are mice and rats. Both are good at remaining undetected and both can cause significant property damage. Not only that, their mer… Read More
2021-01-21 13:00
What Are Opossums?
The question has probably dawned on you before, “Is there a difference between a possum and an opossum?” Someone may have even told you that the “O&rdquo&hell…Read More
2021-01-21 13:00
What Is The Main Cause Of Bed Bugs?
People often think that bed bugs only infest dirty homes or businesses, but the reality is that they are commonly spread from place to place and can infes… Read More
2021-01-14 13:00
What Kind of Rat?
Roof rats, or black rats, are the common names for Norway rats, one of the largest varieties of invasive rodents in the world. Unlike other rats, they prefer to nest in hig… Read More
2021-01-07 13:00
The Dangers of Cockroaches in Your Home
The most common home-invading cockroach in the world is the German cockroach. They don’t come clear from Europe, obviously, and they are part of… Read More
2020-12-30 13:00
How Bed Bug Infestations Usually Start
The most common way you’re going to bring bed bugs into your home is by accidentally picking them up during travel. Bed bugs are hitchhikers that… Read More
2020-12-18 13:00
Different Types of Wildlife
Wildlife refers to any and all wild animals that haven’t been domesticated. While it can be exciting to see some species of wild animals from far away, they… Read More
2020-12-11 13:00
Wilmington’s Cockroaches
The iconic cockroach is the American cockroach. The 6-legged, oval-shaped American cockroach is the largest species of cockroach in the United States, measurin… Read More
2020-12-04 13:00
Structural Damage To Your Home Or Business
While mice and rats are common (and even cute) the structural damage they can cause to your home is quite serious. How do these little creatures ac… Read More
2020-11-26 13:00
Raccoons: Resourceful, And Sometimes Rabid
These grey and black pests are about two to three feet in length and can be easily identified by their black-ringed tail and the black “mask… Read More
2020-11-19 13:00
Myth #1: Bed Bugs Are Too Small To See
Bed bugs are incredibly small. However, they are not impossible to see. Measuring up to five millimeters in length, these oval-shaped pests are a light… Read More
2020-11-12 13:00
Cockroach Infestations
There are thousands of species of cockroaches in the world. The German cockroach is the most common cockroach found in homes and businesses. They are fairly small, usu… Read More
2020-11-05 13:00
Rats Versus Humans
Rats have been around for a long time. They’ve traveled with humans and now can be found almost everywhere that humans can, with a few rare exceptions. Many types of… Read More
2020-10-28 12:00
Residents should familiarize themselves with spider subgroups, so they can know when to proceed with caution. Brown recluses are considered one of the most dangerous arachnids. You can learn… Read More
2020-10-21 12:00
Within ant populations, all are a hazard because they can spread germs. Tainting food and surfaces can easily happen. But a few species can damage property in addition. Carpenter ants are a… Read More
2020-10-14 12:00
Bed bugs come with dangers and hazards beyond their bites. Take a few moments to read about them now so that you will know exactly what you’re facing with an infestation. You’ll… Read More
2020-10-07 12:00
Wildlife Deterrents
There are many animals that can bring these bugs into your yard, everything from an itty bitty mouse to a large deer. Each animal has its own list of attractants. Here ar… Read More
2020-09-24 13:00
The easiest way to understand bed bugs is by thinking of them as bloodsucking hitchhikers. They get around by catching a ride on purses, luggage, and backpacks, and it’s easy to pick t… Read More
2020-09-17 13:00
There are a few pantry pests that are most common in the area: cigarette beetles, Indian meal moths, and drugstore beetles, among other invasive pests like cockroaches. While these are all d… Read More
2020-09-10 13:00
While you probably know that cockroaches can contaminate food and have something to do with diseases, you might not realize just how dangerous these small pests can be. Their ability to carr… Read More
2020-09-03 13:00
While squirrels might not seem like a problem, they are a pest, and they can cause both property damage and health risks.
There are many different species of squirrel, even around Wilmington… Read More
2020-08-27 13:00
What Bed Bugs Look Like
There is a good chance you have never seen a live bed bug. Some people believe this is because bed bugs are too small to see. The truth is that bed bugs are just real… Read More
2020-08-20 13:00
A Litte Bit About Termites
Termites are not typical pests. They don’t fly or crawl into homes to find scraps of food or droplets of water. In fact, they don’t crawl into homes at… Read More
2020-08-13 13:00
The Common House Mouse
In America, one type of rodent is more common than the rest, and that is the house mouse. These 2 ½ - 3 ¾ inch-long creatures are best known for their du… Read More
2020-08-05 13:00
Common Ticks Around Wilmington
North Carolina is home to a number of different tick species, most common are the American dog tick, the brown dog tick, the lone star tick, and the black-legg… Read More
2020-07-30 12:00
Cockroaches Spread Harmful Microorganisms
It should not come as a surprise that cockroaches have the ability to pick up and spread harmful bacteria, parasitic worms, and other organisms. The… Read More
2020-07-20 12:00
1. Mosquitoes Are The Most Dangerous Animal In The World
A mosquito isn't much to look at, especially when compared to a lion, tiger, bear, or shark. Yet it far exceeds these and other anima… Read More
2020-07-14 12:00
1. Quick Inspection
No matter where you stay, it is a good idea to do a quick inspection. The following checklist can help you do this:
Leave your bags in your vehicle or on the floor in… Read More
2020-07-10 12:08
1. Ant Infestations Often Start With One Ant
Have you ever noticed one little ant crawling around inside your Wilmington home? That little ant is a worker ant. But, more importantly, it is a… Read More
2020-06-30 12:00
While bed bugs aren’t known to carry any serious illnesses, their bites can itch and hurt. Bed bugs in Wilmington are also a concern because of their tendency to spread quickly from ro… Read More
2020-06-24 12:40
This isn’t the case, however. Most spiders in the United States are harmless to pets and humans. There are only two species of spiders in the United States that are dangerous, the blac… Read More
2020-06-17 12:40
The fact that ticks attach to a human or animal and then hitch a ride while they suck their blood is disturbing. They are parasitic creatures that need a host in order to live. In Wilmington… Read More
2020-06-10 12:00
1. Myth: Termites don’t serve a purpose and are just there to destroy things.
While termites might be destructive and cause property damage, they do have a purpose in the environment… Read More
2020-05-29 12:30
These silent pests are like viruses to homes. It can take time for the damage to show, but having termites in the soil under a house always leads to destruction. There’s a secret to id… Read More
2020-05-22 12:00
Most people know how gross cockroaches are – they look weird, smell funky, and pop out at the worst times. However, cockroaches also pose serious threats to your well being. Let’… Read More
2020-05-15 12:00
Mosquitoes spend their adolescence as a larva swimming in water. They spend their adulthood flying around sucking our blood and spreading diseases. Even the non-diseased mosquitoes leave a b… Read More
2020-05-08 12:00
As it gets warmer outdoors, we tend to see an increase in flea numbers. As a result, many of us take steps to rid our Wilmington yards of these filthy parasites but tend to miss one importan… Read More
2020-04-30 12:00
Do bed bugs care how clean your home is?
You might think that you're safe from bed bugs because you keep a clean home. This is a common misconception. While you might catch bed bugs faster i… Read More
2020-04-24 12:00
Wilmington Wasps
The two wasps you're going to see in your yard are paper wasps and yellow jackets. Both are social insects that protect their nests, gather together in a swarm, and sting mu… Read More
2020-04-17 12:00
Food Contamination
All ants have the potential to get into your packaged foods and contaminate them. This contamination comes from harmful bacteria picked up in trash cans, drains, and other… Read More
2020-04-10 12:00
What Mosquitoes Don't Want You To Know
Most of the mosquitoes that bite you in your backyard were born in your backyard. Many mosquitoes won't travel more than a few hundred feet in their en… Read More
2020-03-31 12:00
Common Cockroaches in Wilmington
In North Carolina, the most common cockroach types are American, brown-banded, German and oriental. Adult American cockroaches can be up to three inches long… Read More
2020-03-25 12:00
Rodent Risks & Identification
Norway rats can be as long as 9 ½ inches, including their tails. On the heavier and larger side, they can weigh over a pound. They have shaggy gray o… Read More
2020-03-19 12:00
1) There Are Different Types Of Bed Bugs, But They All Love Blood
There are various kinds of bed bugs, but the most prevalent species is the cimex lectularius, simply called the “house… Read More
2020-03-17 12:30
Insects will soon reappear in force once the weather is right, bringing a whole host of problems that threaten both your home’s stability and your health. The start of spring is the be… Read More
2020-03-09 12:30
When Does Termite Season Begin?
Termites start forming new colonies as winter changes to spring. As soon as the ground thaws and the trees bud, you can expect termites to be on their way, lo… Read More
2020-02-28 14:00
What Do Carpenter Bees Look Like?
Carpenter bees are very similar in appearance to everybody’s favorite bee; the bumblebee. They have large oval bodies with yellow and black markings… Read More
2020-02-20 14:00
How Do Bed Bugs Get Inside My House?
It is a common misconception that bed bugs are attracted to messy, unclean homes. Furthermore, people often associate these pests with inexpensive hotels… Read More
2020-02-15 13:30
Why Bed Bugs Have Become A Problem (Again)
Bed bugs have pestered humankind for millennia, with records of their peskiness dating as far back as Ancient Egypt. Waking up with itchy bites alo… Read More
2020-02-12 14:00
What Do German Cockroaches Look Like?
German cockroaches are small, typically about ½ inch in length. They are tan or light brown in color, with two darker stripes down their backs be… Read More
2020-02-12 02:02
Termite Awareness Week this year happens to be from March 8-14, 2020 and is held to help spread awareness about termites. Spring will be here sooner than you think and that only means that y… Read More
2020-02-02 14:00
What Do Carpenter Ants Look Like?
It’s hard to mistake a carpenter ant for any other type of ant for one reason: Their size. Carpenter ants are one of the largest ant species in the US… Read More
2020-02-01 13:00
Identifying Common Cockroaches
In case you don’t know this, there are thousands of different cockroach species. Before that information makes you pass out, don’t worry — mo… Read More
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