Summer is here. We want to help protect you from harmful stinging insects like wasps, yellowjackets and hornets that could be buzzing and nesting nearby.
Category: Blog
Natasha Wright
Technical Director
Natasha is a board-certified entomologist and a member of the Entomological Society of America. She earned her bachelor’s degree in entomology at the University of Florida in 2009 and received her master’s degree in entomology at the University of Arkansas in 2013. Natasha says as long as there are humans, they will need pest control.
Mosquito Season is Here: Protection Starts in Your Own Backyard
Mosquitoes spread disease, a fact that was driven home for us during the outbreak of the Zika virus in 2016, when over 5,000 symptomatic cases were reported in the United States according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
Northeast Tick Population is Booming
The weather is getting warmer and that pushes people to spend more time outside, so there needs to be an immediate commitment to protection against tick bites, which are quite dangerous thanks to the diseases they can pass along.
Spring Allergies and Asthma Attacks Triggered by More Than Just Pollen
While beautiful, the bloom of the new spring season can be an unpleasant experience for those suffering from allergies and asthma. That’s why May is recognized as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.
9 Tips for Pest Prevention During Spring Cleanup
This April, we are celebrating National Pest Management Month by offering tips for pest prevention during spring cleanup.
How to Identify and Eradicate Termite Infestations
The average colony of termites can eat about half of a 2×4 piece of wood in about six months and some species can eat even faster. Because they also create tunnels through wood, they can quickly undermine the structure of a building.
The Pests We Love to Hate
Love is in the air during the month of February as you celebrate your relationship with heart-shaped balloons, candies and flowers. Even during the ‘season of romance’ it’s fair to say that we’ll never have that type of relationship with the pests that enter our home.
Rats! Cold Weather Drives Rodents Inside Vehicles
When it comes to car problems, the list of potential root causes is endless. However, motorists might be surprised to learn that a rodent infestation could be what’s plaguing their vehicle.
Unwanted Holiday Guests: Check for Pests When Decking the Halls
If you are like many people, it just isn’t the holiday season until your home has been adorned with twinkling lights, wreaths, trees and family-favorite items of décor.
Keep Pantry Pests Out of Holiday Cooking
The holiday season is nigh, which means families will be spending a lot of time cooking and baking in the kitchen. When digging through your cabinets and storage for baking necessities, like cookie cutters and containers of flour, make sure to leave unwanted “pantry pests” out of the mix.
