Although many spiders are beneficial insects when living outside of your home, they can cause anxiety once they enter your living space. In addition, some spider bites may even cause an allergic reaction in certain individuals, so it is best to take measures to control a spider infestation as soon as you become aware of the problem.
Take Immediate Action to Remove the Spiders You See
The first step in eradicating spiders is to remove any visible spiders so that they don’t have a chance to reproduce. Read More»
Even if you don’t care for winter’s short days and cold weather, you’re probably glad that at least the season is relatively pest-free. Like most people, you probably don’t start your pest control techniques until pests start making their presence known in your yard and home interior. However, practicing preventative pest control can help keep both pest populations and pest control costs down. Here’s what you can do in spring to help limit seasonal pests in your yard and home. Read More»
Typical homeowner insurance does not cover the costs associated with pest damage, but there are protection plans available. Typically referred to as termite bonds, these policies help cover the costs for treatments and repairs due to an infestation of termites. When you are involved with a claim, it’s important to document as many details as possible. This includes the first signs of the termites, key attack areas, and any other visual evidence to help with your claim. Read More»
Nobody wants to share their home with cockroaches, but many homeowners end up dealing with these unwelcome pests. Studies have shown that at least 78% of homes in urban areas have these pests while other studies have reported figures as high as 98%. If you don’t want your home to be among this majority, you need to make sure that you’re not doing anything to attract them, such as these four bad habits. Read More»
Bed bugs are a big problem for American homeowners: one-fifth of Americans have either had their own bed bug infestation or know someone who’s had one. Bed bugs are hard to get rid of, even for professionals, but one treatment that can be effective is heat. Here’s what you need to know about this treatment method.
How does heat treatment work?
Bed bugs are hardy pests and can survive in a wide range of temperatures; they can even survive for up to three days inside your freezer! Read More»
