There’s a reason why spiders have played a prominent role in horror films and nightmares. These pests can be downright frightening, and sometimes a little dangerous. Keeping your home free from spiders might seem like a challenge, but there are actually some simple things you can do to get rid of eight-legged pests. Try one of these remedies the next time you spot some spiders on your property. 1. Swap your outdoor light bulbs.…
Read More »For most people, the sight of deer in their yards is a thrilling one. Being that close to wildlife can really make you feel humble and kindhearted. Well, stop that. Deer are pests! They may look all cute and friendly, but deer are nothing like Bambi. The following shows the kinds of damage deer can do, and how you can get rid of the deer wreaking havoc in your yard. Fair warning; you may not like one or two of the suggestions, but all of the following are proven effective against deer raids.…
Read More »You may have heard the saying, snug as a bug in a rug and wondered if bugs can really be snug in rugs. Unfortunately, one type of bug in particular loves carpets and rugs. This type of bug is the bed bug. If you have bed bugs in your home, you may be working to actively kill the infestation and regain control over your mattress, couches and linens. But one area that you need to ensure that you also treat is your carpets.…
Read More »Insects and rodents are pests that can pose a near constant threat to your home. Regretfully, pest control is a topic that many homeowners may lack a competent and practical understanding about. As a result, these homeowners may find that preventing and address pest problems is a task that is far more difficult than necessary. Treat Areas Where You See Pests As Soon As Possible It can be common for homeowners to avoid taking immediate steps to address pest problems if they only see one or two of the unwanted creatures.…
Read More »There’s nothing worse than finding a mouse in the house. That is, unless you’ve found an entire nest of mice. Getting rid of one mouse is hard enough. Trying to rid your home of an infestation can be downright impossible. Now that fall is officially here, you need to take rodent infestations seriously. Mice don’t like to stay outside during the cold fall and winter months, which means they’re going to be looking for a warm place to hang out until the temperatures start to climb again in the spring.…
Read More »If you have pets in your home, and also have a pest issue, then you may be concerned about using pest control methods in case they are harmful to your pets. If this is a concern of yours, then you should hire a professional pest control service. There are also some other things you should do to keep your animals safe from harm. Keep reading to understand what these things are. Make Sure Low Concentrations Are Used…
Read More »Dust mites are a common household pest that can produce a ton of dust and other fine particles in the air in your home, aggravating allergies and other respiratory conditions as well as creating the need to do constant dusting and cleaning to maintain the air quality in your home. Fortunately, there are several relatively simple things that you can do around your home to reduce the population of dust mites and improve your air quality:…
Read More »If you have ever noticed that you have itchy red bites that are all in a line, then you may very well have bed bug bites. Bed bug bites resemble mosquito bites, but are often in a line and do not itch quite as bad. It is a sick feeling finding out that you have a bed but problem, and you need to act as quickly as possible. If you wait or delay there is a very good chance that the bed bugs spread to other rooms.…
Read More »Everybody would like to have a beautiful lawn. Many people spend hundreds, even thousands, of dollars on their landscaping only to have the lawn look like it is dying. If you are dealing with a lawn that won’t respond, you might want to consider the possibility that bugs are hurting your lawn. You can get a pest control company to come and treat the area. Here are some things you need to know.…
Read More »Whether you are afraid of spiders, or simply find them annoying, having a large number of spiders around your home can be difficult to deal with. Luckily, there are specific things you can do to both get rid of the spiders you already have and discourage new spiders from inhabiting your house. Here are three practical tips for dealing with house spiders: Tidy Up Inside and Out Spiders are happiest when they have a lot of hiding places.…
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