Common Pest in the Attic
It’s night. Outside, clouds march over the face of a full moon. Leafless trees dot the stark landscape while a north wind moans through limbs and past walls. Suddenly, a series of scritching, scratching, noises capture your attention. It’s very apparent you are not alone! Sounds like the opening scene of a scary movie, right? […]
Why Pest Control In Winter?
Should I schedule pest control in the winter? Surely you’re kidding! Wintertime pest control is no joke. Just because temperatures are below freezing outside doesn’t mean you should skip regular treatments this time of year. Winter is actually one of the most important times for inspection and treatment. Here’s why… Most pests prefer to live […]
Cockroaches
Question: what Paleozoic Era creature has survived every type of natural catastrophe to become a common household pest in the 21st century? If you answered “the cockroach,” you’d be right! Despite floods, droughts, famine and fire, these seemingly indestructible insects have managed to thrive essentially unchanged since prehistoric times. Modern scientists have identified about 5,000 […]
Orb Weavers
When you think of Halloween decorations, giant spider webs are probably near the top of the list. They are among the most common elements people use to set a scary scene. They’re patterned after the real-life webs created by orb weavers, a spider group best known for their elaborate webs. This group includes a large […]