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There are millions of people who have attempted at least one do-it-yourself project. Some people have tried more than one. Those with another knowledge on a certain topic could potentially do a lot by themselves instead of hiring contractors and other licensed professionals to do it for them. When it comes to things like pest […]
The famous cockroach that strikes fear into the minds of homeowners is known to live for three to four months without any food source. However, they can only live for a short period of time without a water source. Preventing an infestation from occurring is easier said than done, as there are several ways that […]
Ever hear of a fig beetle? Maybe you’ve heard them called as June beetles. If you’re a gardener, you are no stranger to the fig beetle. They are large beetles that are metallic green in color and eat corn, the petals of flowers and soft skinned fruits. Some of their favorite fruits are grapes, tomatoes, […]
Have you noticed an increase in cancer in those around you? It’s difficult these days to find anyone who doesn’t know someone who has had cancer or even had it themselves. We ask ourselves why are there so many people getting diagnosed with cancer now? Back in the last 20th century, there didn’t seem to […]
Spiders will never be known as an attractive pest, but there is one that ranks among the ugliest and most terrifying looking; the wolf spider. Part of the horror of a wolf spider is its size, it’s a large spider. Wolf spiders are one of the most common spiders in the United States. There are […]
To many of us, a pest is an insect that is making our lives uncomfortable. Those darn mosquitos, for example. They make it almost impossible to enjoy outdoor activities in warm, humid locations. Not to mention the diseases they may carry and spread. Pests may also be animals that are starting to make their way […]
One thing we all dread is finding that one mouse or that one cockroach. We know if we can see one, there are many more hiding. So, off we go grabbing that can of pesticide or calling our local pest control specialist. Those things might be necessary at this point, but did you know there […]
Have you ever heard the term “baseboard jockeys”? This term came to be from having exterminators bringing in their canisters of pesticides into your home and spraying for pests around the baseboards of your home. That’s the only way exterminators worked years ago. Well, times have changed and now we know that the old ways […]
You don’t want these insects hanging around and there is nothing lovable about them. They are commonly called kissing bugs because of their tendency to bite near the face and lips of mammals. They are blood suckers and therefore transmit disease. The solution to staying safe is fairly simple, but first, here is some more […]
Scorpions are found all across the United States, but of course are most common in desert climates. They are actually not insects. They have eight legs and are considered arachnids. They are ambush predators that hide behind and under stones, sticks, and other objects that provide cover. Yet, they are known to take up residence […]
