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 […]
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 […]
Frost is in the air and leaves are changing…it’s the time of year for pests to look for a winter home. You’re familiar with many of them…spiders, mice, and others. But one unwanted guest might surprise you: the multicolored Asian Lady Beetle…harmonia axyridis. You probably know them better as ladybugs! Cooler temperatures and frost are […]
You’ve turned off the lights, locked the doors, and settled in for a good night’s sleep. Then “it” begins. An incessant high-pitched chirping noise somewhere inside your house. That’s a sure sign crickets have invaded your domain! A male house cricket can “sing” for hours at a time. It’s his version of a love song. […]
“An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure.” That’s a really old saying, but is as true as ever, especially when fleas are involved. If you ever find these parasites in your home or business, you’ll agree that prevention is definitely a better choice! If you doubt, take a look at the […]