6 Reasons to Hire Pest Control Services
Have you ever considered hiring pest control services to visit, assess, and maintain your home? If not, you’re lucky. You likely haven’t been bothered by any pests thus far. However, your home may not yet have any pests, or it may be the home to pests you don’t even see. The only way to know […]
What Are Biopesticides and How To use Them Effectively
In a world choked with chemicals and toxins, can we still practice safe pest control? So many of us are aware of the impact of the products that we use, yet feel that there aren’t effective alternatives. This is especially true when we’re trying in vain to manage pest infestations or invasive plants. It’s for […]
Eco Friendly Pest Control: Is It an Effective Solution to a Bug Problem?
When you find ants in the kitchen, wasps next to the front door, or even worse, a dead cockroach on the floor, you’ll do just about anything to restore your peace of mind. But as you reach for your favorite pesticide to start spraying in every nook and cranny, you may not realize that you’re replacing one danger for […]
What is Organic Pest Control?
One billion pounds of conventional pesticides are used annually to control weeds, insects, and other pests in the US alone. Pesticides have become commonplace in the modern world. But many people can no longer ignore the serious implications they carry for the environment, and for human and animal health. The overuse of pesticides can destabilize ecosystems, reducing […]
DIY Pest Control? Top Reasons Pest Control Is Best Left to the Experts
Household insecticides make up a $12 billion global industry. The United States, in turn, is the largest consumer and producer of such products. While convenient, these ready-to-use pesticides may not be as beneficial as you think. On the contrary, their improper use can pose health hazards. Experts even link their misuse and overuse to food […]
Are There Non-Toxic Pest Control Options?
Picture this. You’re sitting on your porch, and a swarm of mosquitos accosts you. You reach for the bug spray and drive the annoyances away. The likely reason the bug repellant is so effective is because of the DEET inside. DEET or N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide isn’t usually an overwhelmingly dangerous chemical. Many cases of DEET poisoning are relatively […]
How to Get Rid of Carpet Beetles
Have you noticed wear and tear in your furniture, carpets, and clothing? Moths might not be the problem. Carpet beetles are one of the most common household pests and can cause similar damage as moths. Learn more about these pesky beetles in this guide and discover how to get rid of them if you find […]
How to Find the Best Pest Control Company For Your Home
There are now over 30,000 pest control companies across the US. It’s not enough to hire the first company you come across, though. Instead, you need to determine how to best narrow down your options. Otherwise, you could end up hiring a pest control company that lacks the expertise or service you need. Here are […]
8 Ways to Keep Your Home Pest Free This Summer
According to a national survey in the United States, 84 percent of homeowners had experienced problems with pests within the past year. Especially in the summer months, pest problems increase. Do you want to learn how to go pest free during the summer? Keep reading these 8 tips to keep pests out of your home […]
7 Reasons Why DIY Pest Control Is Not the Solution
DIY pest control is a fairly compelling idea at first. If you’re looking for ways to save money around the home, it’s likely one of the first things that you think of. You can handle a few bugs, right? The thing is, while you may be able to handle a few bugs, an infestation is […]