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How do I prevent those pesky mice?
Though mice are small, furry, and sometimes even kind of cute, no one wants to have a mouse problem in their home. Mice can cause all kinds of damage such as electrical fires due to gnawed through wires. In fact, in the U.S., rodents alone cause around $20 billion in...

Ask a Professional: What do I need to consider this winter in pest-proofing my home?
It may seem like the winter weather brings an end to the nuisance of insects and pests, but unfortunately their reign of annoyance does not cease just because of the shift in weather. The truth is these pesky critters are still active and looking for places to hide...

So, what about those “Occasional Invaders”?
You may have heard the term “occasional invader” when it comes to pests that may enter the home. But what even is an occasional invader? Occasional Invaders is a name used to group those pesky critters that invade homes every so often due to weather conditions. For...

How should I prep my home for fall pests?
Who doesn’t love to get cozied up on a crisp autumn evening? Much like we humans love getting inside to some comfortable warmth during this season, so do many pests. Fall is the time of year that pests like mice, crickets and spiders make their journey into your home...

Avoid tick-borne illness this autumn
Americans are spending more time outside than ever before. With fall approaching, nicer weather will prompt more folks to head on out and enjoy nature. From hiking and biking trails to camping sites to parks, when we take to the outdoors, we are entering the residency...

What’s the buzz with stinging pests?
We all know that 2020 has been a crazy year. One of the things that has become a hot topic in recent months is the murder hornet. People are up in arms about this Asian giant hornet. Not only does it have a gnarly sting, but it actually poses a threat to our honeybee...

Traveler Tips: Bed Bug Patrol
If you’re traveling for work, vacation or just because, the last thing you want to worry about is dealing with bed bugs. We all hope that when we choose a hotel to stay in, it’s clean and bug-free. But sometimes it’s a good idea to take a quick look around when you...

How Do I Know If I Have…Series: Termites
If you’re a homeowner, you probably care about your home and want to protect it from damage. A single termite seems like it’s pretty harmless, right? But if you have a whole colony of these guys munching on your home, they can cause a whole lot of damage. In fact,...