We were recently contacted by Ryan Smith from Redfin to contribute to the following article. Read on for tips from us and other pest control professionals on getting your home winter-ready! Winter is here! That means more time spent inside…
Bed bugs are one of the most common pests. According to NPMA’s 2018 Bugs Without Borders survey, 97 percent of U.S. pest control professionals surveyed reported they treated for bed bugs in 2018, with 68 percent saying they treated hotels…
As seasons change and temperatures drop, pests seek out new living arrangements to survive the cold. Boxelder bugs and Asian beetles often become nuisances in the fall as they search for overwintering sites. One common misconception about pest control is…
Gutter cleaning is a dreaded and daunting task but a necessary one. Most people think this is just to clear the leaves, but there are other reasons that keeping the gutters clean is so important. The main purpose of a…
This is the time of year when stink bugs begin to look for shelter in advance of frost and colder temperatures. They are triggered by the length of the day shortening. They hibernate during the winter in a comatose state,…
When the season changes and the temperatures drop, the chance of unwelcome houseguests rises. Mice may seek shelter in your warm, cozy home when the cooler weather begins. While you may never see a mouse, you might see indications that…
For many would-be entrepreneurs, franchising is a great opportunity as it offers the chance to be your own boss without taking on the significant risk that typically comes with starting a business. Franchising offers a higher rate of success than…
The American cockroach is the largest of the house-infesting roaches and a major pest in the United States. It is just one of over 4,000 different types of cockroaches- that we know about. Read on to learn some astonishing facts…
When the weather gets warm, ticks are out in full force and can pose a serious threat to both humans and pets. Learn about some of the different types of ticks, the threats associated with these small but dangerous pests, and…
Bed bugs are one of the most common pests. According to NPMA’s 2018 Bugs Without Borders survey, 97 percent of U.S. pest control professionals surveyed reported they treated for bed bugs in 2018, with 68 percent saying they treated hotels…