You may have already seen a few large, black bees buzzing around outside your home. These hovering bees are likely carpenter bees. Named for their ability to create holes in wood, which they use as homes to raise their young, carpenter bees are relatively harmless pests to humans but they […]
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As the temperature gets warmer, many of us will start making our way outside more to enjoy the spring weather. One thing to remember, though, are the common spring pests that will be joining us outdoors. Here’s a comprehensive list of those common spring pests and what to expect with […]
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Chances are likely that as the weather warms up, you’ll start to see brown, shield-shaped bugs crawling around your home more. Those smelly pests are stink bugs and while they’re relatively harmless to humans and pets, they’re more than annoying to deal with in the spring. Stink Bugs In Spring […]
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Winterproof your home against winter pests.
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Learn how to create a DIY Fruit Fly trap to keep fruit flies out of your kitchen for good.
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When you’re on vacation the last thing on your mind is probably the thought of picking up bed bugs in your hotel or rental home. Unfortunately, the reality is that bed bugs can hide out in mattresses, bed frames, and other parts of a room just waiting for new guests […]
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When you think smells associated with fall, you probably think of pumpkin spice or cinnamon. But what you might not think of is the stench of stink bugs. As the leaves begin to change and the air gets crispier, these notorious critters will start appearing seemingly everywhere. As it gets […]
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It’s termite “swarming season.” For homeowners, having swarms of flying insects around their homes can really be quite disturbing! We often get questions about the difference between termites and flying ants. The distinction is important! Flying ants are generally just a pesky but harmless nuisance, while termites can cause lots […]
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Summer is upon us and as you plan your seasonal maintenance chores, consider the steps you can take to reduce bee, wasp and yellow jacket issues throughout the rest of the summer. A few key steps now can make a huge difference in your budget and schedule later in the […]
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Wasps, while an annoying and painful pest, have a purpose. They help fertilize gardens and keep other insect and parasite populations in check. But when they build a nest around near your home and start interfering with your backyard barbecues and yard work, you might feel the need to intervene […]
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