Warmer weather is approaching in New Mexico, which means bugs are, too! During the winter months, many insects seek shelter from the cold and implement a winter resting phase, which is why we may not see very many around our homes and businesses. However, when temperatures and moisture begin to increase in the spring and summer months, so do insect … Read More
6 Scary Bugs Found in Phoenix, Arizona
They may be big; they may be ugly; yet, for the most part, the diverse insect landscape that sweeps through Arizona is harmless. Of course, knowing that doesn’t mean you want a candlelight introduction. To the contrary, seeing one scurry across your floor or flutter by your head is often enough to induce shrieks and irrational behavior in otherwise calm … Read More
Bug Off! Tips to Keep Bugs and Pests Out of Your Home in Albuquerque
Pest control in Albuquerque homes can be challenging. However, there are a few things that people can do to help control pest populations so that they do not invade your home. This blog focuses on tasks that help homeowners keep bugs and pests out of their Albuquerque homes. Seasonal Checklist for Home Pest Control in Albuquerque Check Doors Doors and … Read More
Moving to Phoenix? Learn About Pests and Bugs in Phoenix, AZ
Why Add Pest Control Phoenix to Your Moving List Identifying the “best defense pest control services near me” may not be among the prime topics listed in a Phoenix “reasons to move here” brochure. Wildlife in Phoenix gets weird, destructive, and sometimes even just plain dangerous. But don’t let the notion of pests in Phoenix interrupt your moving program. Our local … Read More
Scorpions and Spiders, Oh My!
People from Nevada have many things to boast about: a grit tougher than a desert cactus, the largest alpine lake in the country, and a spread of buffet options longer than the state of Florida. They also have some impressive bugs that any entomologist would appreciate. Yet these same bugs are prompting countless calls to Nevada pest control services. Find … Read More
Common Bugs and Insects in Utah
Utah is a diverse landscape and home to many varieties of bugs and other insects. Many common Utah bugs are benign, but some may pose serious health hazards. One such example is the Rocky Mountain Wood Tick, which is an arachnid. This creature passes on Lyme disease. So what other bugs lurk in Utah? Let’s explore! Utah’s Predatory Insects and … Read More
Phoenix Bug Control Problems and Solutions
Arizona Demand For Bug Control Takes A Sudden Upturn It’s like the critter invasion introduced in the 1967 Star Trek episode “Trouble With Tribbles” wherein a funky space peddler opens the gates of pest-torment to the crew of Enterprise. Tribbles overwhelmed the station. And headaches followed. Now this Arizona regional bug infestation doesn’t quiet reach the threat level associated with … Read More
Using Bugs to Fight Bugs?
Pest control is not a new business but for some the news that insects are now being used to fight other insects may be new information. Currently, in Bakersfield, California, local and state agricultural representatives are utilizing a method of fighting an insect problem with another insect. The Asian citrus psyllid is threatening citrus trees. This isn’t a typical, … Read More
Biological Control for Combating Pests
The best method of organic pest control is by predatory insects. Sometimes it is just necessary to boost the natural population of the existing predatory insects colonizing the back yard; but if the garden has a specific insect problem, immediate steps is necessary to amplify the predator population. Ladybugs- Also popularly known as lady beetles, are small bugs which have … Read More
5 Common Stinging Insects in Arizona
As a resident of Arizona you know that pests can be more than a minor annoyance. These Arizona stinging insects can be a real pain when they decide to call your property home. So let’s get to know a little bit about these common stingers that might invade your home. Tarantula Hawk Wasp The tarantula hawk wasp is a … Read More
How to Prevent Fruit Flies from Entering Commercial Offices
Fruit flies are insatiable, and come summertime, it seems like an insurmountable task to keep them out of the home and office. Once a couple of flies make their way through your doors, they multiply indefinitely and are nearly impossible to get rid of. Fortunately, there are some easy tactics to prevent their initial entry, while effective methods of eliminating … Read More
Tips for Flea and Tick Prevention
Prevent Fleas and Ticks From Entering Your Home Chances are, if you see your pets scratching or licking themselves frantically, your home may already be harboring fleas and ticks. To keep yourself and your animals free of the pesky and even dangerous insects that proliferate in Houston’s warm weather, take steps now to keep fleas and ticks from crossing your … Read More
Facts About Stinging Insects
Wasps, hornets, yellow jackets and bees … they are part of nature and do have their place in the vast world we live in. But getting stung by a wasp, hornet, yellow jacket, bee or similar insect can cause a problem because when provoked, these creatures may be dangerous if you are allergic to their toxins. When outdoors, knowing what … Read More
6 Tips for Preventing Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are becoming a larger problem in many places, and you have probably dealt with them at least once. Here are seven ways to prevent them and hold them off until you can call a pest control specialist to wipe them out for good. Change Your Bedsheets Every Three Days Make sure that you change your bedsheets at … Read More
How Weather Affects Pest Control
As the weather warms up, flowers begin to bloom, trees began to turn green, the sun begins to shine longer. Unfortunately, this means that the worst pests around your home, including termites, wasps, ants, and other insects, are waking up from their winter slumbers to come be a problem. Insects During the Winter Have you ever noticed around your … Read More
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Assassin Bugs
Assassin bugs — also known as kissing bugs — are deadly insects that spread the parasitic chagas disease. Just like mosquitoes, they suck blood to survive. This article will focus on the top 10 things you probably don’t know about these deadly bugs. Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Assassin Bugs They stick to the warmer climates. They … Read More
Preventing a Kissing Bug Infestation
Triatomine bugs, also known as kissing bugs, can carry the parasite that causes Chagas disease which can be fatal. Because of the threat to health that these insects cause, it is best to know their behaviors and how to prevent a kissing bug infestation. Where to Look for Kissing Bugs Kissing bugs are typically found in South America, Central … Read More
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Kissing Bugs
When you’re making efforts to prevent Chagas disease, it’s important to learn about the characteristics of kissing bugs. The following are 10 important facts your should be aware of to stay healthy: Kissing bugs- and Chagas disease- are most commonly seen in Latin America- Those living in Latin America and the southern United States need to be particularly aware. … Read More
Why are Kissing Bugs a Threat to Your Health?
What is a Kissing Bug? A kissing bug is an insect that originated in Latin America and then spread to the southern half of the US, where it is now flourishing in twenty-eight states. Its scientific name is the triatomine bug, and there are eleven different species. The kissing bug’s moniker makes it sound like a loving insect, but … Read More
Basic Facts You Didn’t Know About Kissing Bugs
Triatominae, “kissing bugs,” are commonly found across tropical climates, most often in South and Latin America. However, the bugs have been making a gradual march northwards and are affecting people in Texas. Unfortunately, kissing bugs may spread a potentially deadly disease, Chagas disease, and Houstonians need to know a few facts about these insects. Kissing Bugs Have Been Found Across … Read More