Yellowjackets are some of the most troublesome insects in existence. Sometimes called hornets, these short black-and-yellow (or sometimes white), pack a fiery sting that seems way out of proportion to their size. Females usually over-winter in protected outdoor locations; that means they’re looking for cold-weather shelter right now. They begin new colonies every spring. Colonies […]
Fall usually finds a lot of people changing residences as school starts. Because of all this movement, autumn is prime time for bed bugs to spread. It’s pretty easy for these invaders to hitch a ride from one place to another in personal items…and you don’t even know they’ve come along for the ride! Finding […]
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 […]
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 […]
The holidays are over, and you’re (slowly) getting back to your normal routine. The holiday decorations have been taken down and your visitors have all gone home. Or have they? During the holiday hustle, it’s possible a few rodents came inside and made themselves at home while you weren’t looking. And they’re not planning to go anywhere […]