Rats have been around for more than 25 million years. Like the cockroach, these rodents are difficult to get rid of and are excellent at causing havoc in a home or office. Rats thrive in nearly every environment, from urban communities (think New York City) to remote, rural areas (farms in the Plains). Rats carry […]
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As a home or business owner, dealing with a pest infestation definitely is not a pleasant task. Rodents, insects and other pests are more than just an annoyance; they can carry potential health risks, damage property and cost hundreds or thousands of dollars in repairs. Fortunately, there are professional companies willing to tackle pest and
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Bed bugs are an increasingly common problem in the home and workplace. The warmth from a host’s body provides bed bugs with ideal breeding grounds, making them difficult to eliminate. As a homeowner, business owner or parent, you want to keep your home, co-workers and family safe from these unwelcome, gross visitors. It’s important to
What do Box Elder Bugs look like? These small beetles are oval shaped and only about half an inch long. Their black bodies have red lines along the thorax, sides and wings. Habits of Box Elder Bugs During warm seasons, the Box Elder Bug prefers to live in Box Elder, Maple and Ash trees where
Believe it not, fall is the best and most effective time for preventing weeds. During the cooler months, October – December, weeds develop underground and take root in the soil, which makes them more difficult to eliminate by the time they sprout in the spring. Applying a proper weed pre-emergent in the fall drastically reduces
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What is a Brown Marmorated Stink Bug? Stink bugs are large, oval or shield-shaped insects. Their name comes from the odor of the chemical they produce in the glands on their abdomen. Scientists suspect this odor might be a defense against predators. Identifying Characteristics Depending upon the species, adults can reach almost two centimeters in
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