Do you remember the story of Pinocchio, a puppet who wanted to be a boy, and Jiminy Cricket, his friendly companion who sat by the fire keeping toasty warm? They made a great pair, but things Jiminy said were sometimes an annoyance to Pinocchio. Maybe you’re not familiar with these characters. If not, you’ve surely […]
Stink bugs… the name alone is a big turn off. But, their smells only part of the reason these pests are so Offensive. It’s true they emit a noxious odor when harassed or crushed. And controlling them is a real pain, especially when they manage to get inside a building. But they also so a […]
Don’t let the up-and-down temperatures of late winter fool you. Chancesare good the warm days of spring are still a few weeks away, meaningmost pests will remain in winter mode a bit longer. That means most ofthem continue to prefer the warmth of your home or business tounpredictable outdoor conditions.Until consistently warm temperatures arrive, insects, […]
A gray blur momentarily catches your attention. Turning your head you see nothing, and shrug it off as a momentary shadow. A few days later you notice little squeaks accompanied by scratching sounds behind a cabinet, and notice some blackish rice-grain sized pellets in your pantry. As the evidence mounts you finally come to the […]
They creep, they crawl, and they just might be in your hotel room. What’s worse, they could be coming home with you. Bed bug infestations can occur at any time, but experts say it’s wise to be extra wary of the critters during peak travel times — like the holidays. Hiding in cracks and crevices, […]