Controlling Millipedes

Just the sight of a millipede can scare the hardiest of insect haters. Their name translates into “thousands feet.” That’s pretty descriptive, but a little bit high. 750 legs is the most ever recorded on one. Millipedes are arthropods, a Greek term meaning “jointed legs.” They have about 20 body segments with many “feet” attached to […]

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Earwigs – Attack of the Ear Creatures

Despite their intimidating appearance, earwigs are harmless and among the easiest pests to control! If they had a better name and could lose those scary-looking pincers, they would surely have a better reputation. Earwigs range from 1/4 to 1 inch in length. They are glossy dark reddish-brown with lighter colored legs, segmented antennae and somewhat […]

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Cockroaches…are creepy!

From their creepy appearance to the odd survival tactics they exhibit, cockroaches pose an ick-factor, but they can also pose health risks to humans if they find a way inside your home or business. How many cockroaches to you need to see before taking action? One? Two? More? From their creepy appearance to their weird […]

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Silverfish Control

Silverfish are found throughout the U.S. and are typically seen in moist, humid areas like bathrooms, basements and attics. They tend to hide from humans, which means damage they cause could go unnoticed. Silverfish are able to run very fast. They don’t have wings, but they do have long, threadlike antennas. Adult silverfish grow to […]

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Spiders Invading Your Home

They’re everywhere…literally. You know them. Creepy lightning-fast eight-legged horrors known for their ability to run, jump, and scare humans. The “scare” part is particularly true when we find them inside our homes. It doesn’t matter if they’re venomous or not, dangerous or benign, most people don’t want spiders in their house. Spiders live in every […]

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