by The Bug Exterminator | Nov 21, 2012 | Articles
Across the country, chilly temperatures and early snowstorms are forcing more than just people indoors. Rodents including mice, rats and squirrels are seeking food, water and shelter in homes. Unfortunately, more bad weather could be on the way as the Farmers’ Almanac...
by The Bug Exterminator | Aug 16, 2012 | Articles
1. Bed bugs can live anywhere. When most people think of bed bugs, they think of hotels. But the truth is, bed bugs can thrive in single-family homes, apartments, hospitals, college dorm rooms, office buildings, schools, buses, trains, movie theaters, retail stores...
by The Bug Exterminator | Jun 29, 2012 | Articles
Most people consider Memorial Day Weekend to be the unofficial start to summer, but in the pest control industry, we consider it the official start of pest season. It’s true, household pests are a concern year-round, but there is no doubt we see an increase in many...
by The Bug Exterminator | Jun 27, 2012 | Articles
3. Bees & Wasps Overview Yellowjackets, Africanized ‘killer’ bees, wasps, hornets and other stinging insects are a summer staple, frequently showing up at pool parties, barbecues and baseball games —especially in the late summer months. But these pests can pose a...
by The Bug Exterminator | Jun 21, 2012 | Articles
2. Ticks Overview Ticks are always an issue during the summer months, but with their populations expected to be unusually high this season, they will be a major concern for those spending time outdoors. Of greatest concern is the blacklegged deer tick, found in the...
by The Bug Exterminator | May 22, 2012 | Articles
In recognition of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, celebrated in May, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is reminding people that cockroaches can trigger bug allergy and asthma attacks, along with other pertinent diseases. According to the...