While it may not seem so obvious from the outset, spring cleaning is a major help as far as preventative pest control goes. The following infographic offers guideposts for remaining clean, organized and critter-free for the season (double-click to enlarge): CALL IN...

t first glance to the untrained eye, carpenter ants and termites appear to be identical. They are after all, colored black and with four wings, and both species swarm to mate (Swarmers are the winged, mostly female ants and termites with the sole...

Spiders: Top 5 Interesting Facts ust mention the term “spider”, and you’re likely to garner feelings of fear and disgust. However, despite however you perceive them, there are probably things a few things you don’t know about them – interesting...

he Zika virus has been making headlines recently, as American public health officials are preparing for infection to spread in the United States via travelers returning from these infected areas. Zika has recently been problematic in 22 countries...

Short days and chilling temperatures induce pests to find their way into your home, where they’ll be sniffing around for shelter, warmth and food. Aside from being a nuisance, these pests -whether they are insects or furry animals - can also pose serious health risks....

edbugs were the most commonly searched pests in 2015, according to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA); additionally, bed bug exterminators have nearly tripled in the past decade, according to a survey by both the NPMA and the...

egardless of whatever material your home is made out of, each and all of them are attractive to a termite’s palate, as these structure-destroying critters seek out cellulose – nature’s most copious organic compound, which is present in all...

Springtime is here and that means bees are abundant, which increases the risk of bee stings for you and your dog. Dogs are particularly vulnerable since they are natural born explorers and they are oblivious to the danger of bees. The good news is, if Fido gets stung,...