Why mosquito bites are so itchy and how to stay bite-free When you think about summer, things like barbecues and beach trips joyously come to However, besides all of the fun in the sun, the season is also known…
Pest control
How To Safely And Easily Remove A Tick
Finding a tick attached to your skin can be a scary experience; however, there is no need to In the instance of blacklegged deer ticks, most do not carry disease, and those that do typically need to feed for…
A Health Threat to Both Pets and Their Humans
Fleas are certainly an itchy annoyance to cats and dogs, but did you know they can bite and transmit disease to humans, too? Fleas can cause allergic dermatitis and are the most common transmitter of the albeit rare but still…
Steps to Avoid Bringing Bed Bugs Home From Vacation This Spring
After the brutal cold of winter, people across the country are looking forward to packing their bags and jetting off to warmer destinations this But before the fun in the sun can begin, it’s important to be aware of…
Also known as Snow fleas, These Pests can be Found Outdoors at Almost any Time of Year
For some, one of the most appealing things about winter is the lack of While most of the mosquitoes, ticks and stinging insects have disappeared, springtails are one pest that can be found hopping around in a fresh layer…
What is that Buzzing by the Beach?
What are Horse Flies? These Pests Can Ruin Even the Best Beach Days, Here is How to Avoid Them While the warm sand between your toes and the melodic sound of the ocean waves can make you feel like you…
The Science Behind Fireflies
6 Things You Didn’t Know About Lightning Bugs Running around the backyard on warm summer nights in an attempt to catch fireflies is a fun These insects, also known as lightning bugs, can light up the night with their…
Apartment Living: How to Keep Pests Out
Living in an apartment generally affords many people the ability to live, work and play without having to travel too With a shorter commute and easy access to restaurants, grocery stores and shops, it is an attractive living option…
5 Little-known Facts Related to Ticks
It’s summertime, which means more sunshine and more time outdoors playing, hiking and exploring Unfortunately, this can also mean more quality time with some of nature’s most nefarious Ticks, which are commonly encountered in tall grass and wooded…
How to Spot Mice or Rats in the Home
Common Signs of a Rodent Infestation Many people associate the cold weather with high heating bills, power outages and other related problems, but rodent infestations should also be added to this list of winter In fact, a survey by…