You do everything you can to make sure that your house is in good shape and is going to last for a long time. That means making sure that you don’t end up with termites, which could cause a lot of very expensive damage to your house and cause you to have a lot of repair work done. There are several things that you can do that will help to prevent termites from coming into your house and destroying it.…
Read More »Bed bugs are small and shaped like an apple seed. There are other bugs that are about the same size that would make you think you have bed bugs. For example, the carpet beetle is the same size as a bed bug even though it is not the same shape. If you have not actually seen a bed bug you may not have them. If you want to know for sure, keep reading.…
Read More »If you live in a primarily wooden structure and live in an area that is prone to drywood termite infestations, you may worry that your home may be the next residence these destructive insects target. However, unless you actually see the termites or the tunnels they form while setting up their nest and feasting on the wood, you may not even know they are there until the damage is severe. Fortunately, there are a couple of subtle signs for which you can look to see if drywood termites are infesting your house.…
Read More »As a homeowner, one of the last things you probably want to deal with is a termite infestation. While a pest control company can eliminate termites, it’s far better to prevent them when possible so they don’t have a chance to damage your home. Here are some tips for termite pest control. Make It Difficult For Termites To Get Inside Subterranean termites travel under the ground and like to stay in moist conditions.…
Read More »Have you found bed bugs in your home and have called an exterminator to take care of the problem? If so, you may be wondering if there is anything special that you should be doing prior to them arriving. These tips will help ensure that your bed bug removal goes smoothly. Don’t Change Beds If you woke up with bed bug bites along your body, you may think that you need to switch to sleeping in your guest bedroom or another place where the bed bugs won’t get to you.…
Read More »If you’re like many people, you probably enjoy having guests at your house, as long as those guests are invited! Unfortunately, pests show up at your house without an invitation, and they can make themselves comfortable and move in. Luckily, you can get rid of most pests with a little help. Here are four common pests that might be living in your house and tips to help you get rid of them.…
Read More »No one wants to invite pests into their home, but your home is appealing to many pests, including mice. Like you, they can enjoy the safety and comfort of your home. Luckily, there are many tricks you can follow to help deter mice from wanting to live inside your home. Check out these three tips you can follow to keep mice out. Reduce or Eliminate Access for Mice and Other Pests…
Read More »They survive on your blood, they come out while you sleep, and they can sense when your warm body is nearby—bed bugs are a serious problem, and they are seriously scary. If you are planning to have your home treated by a professional bed bug service, you should get a jump-start on the process by tracking down the buggers in all of the nooks and crannies of your home. Here are a few places to look.…
Read More »Rats are not only a nuisance, they also spread diseases like leptospirosis and salmonella. If you find a rat or two in your home, you may be tempted to handle the problem yourself. After all, getting rid of mice on your own is usually pretty easy. Rats are a whole other ball game. A rat infestation really should be handled by a professional, and here is why. Contamination by rats is dangerous.…
Read More »Now that the weather is finally warming up and temperatures are starting to climb, you’ll begin to notice more pest activity. It might start with a few little annoying gnats that you see while you’re out for your evening walk, but soon that will all change. A wide variety of pests come out of the woodwork as soon as the weather starts to improve. If you’re not ready, you could end up with a full-blown infestation on your hands.…
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