During the cool winter months, many people don't think about all of the household pests lurking outside. Things like termites, ants, beetles and more can end up invading you home without your even realizing it. This is especially true during the winter months when...

As a homeowner, the last thing you want is to find a bunch of pests and rodents crawling around inside of your home. Not only are these critters a pain, they can also carry any number of different diseases with them. The last thing you want is for someone to get sick...

While many insects go into hibernation over the cold winter months, they all end up making their appearance known when the cold weather is gone and the warm temperatures start setting in. Even though all of these insects might have a purpose in the environment, that...

Even though there are more than 12,000 species of ants around the world, there are only a few of them that like to make their way into your home. These ants are searching for something greasy or sweet. As much of a pain as it is to have a bunch of ants inside of your...

Many people don't know just how important honey bees are. They are not just here to provide the sweet taste of honey that so many people enjoy and love; they play a very important role in our ecosystem. There are nearly 1,000 plants that are grown for beverages,...

We've discussed termites. Now, it's time to discuss part TWO! Read more about how to avoid termites. A termite infestation is an expensive problem. Termite infestation will cause structural damage and cosmetic damage. As a ground warms in the spring and summer months,...

You Need to Avoid Yellow Jackets There are a number of reasons you need to avoid yellow jackets. For starters, yellow jackets have a vicious bite as well as a smooth sting that will not catch in the flesh of their victims, meaning that even a single insect can sting...

Rats could very easily be labeled the masters of breaking and entering. If there's a way to get into your house or other buildings, they'll find it. Since they have the will to do so, you need to stop the ways they can get in. The interesting thing about rats is that...

Many of us have never paid attention to termites and how they relate. Those who have come across them will say they are a nuisance since what they mostly do is destroy. Termites tend to differ from other insects in that they live and organize themselves in social...

Preventing pests from entering your home: Tips on how to do it Pests are always a nuisance while in the house. They pose a danger to your health and that of the family. Preventing them to get into your house as spring comes by is critical and should be prioritized...

Spring is finally here, and now since we are well into it, we cannot go without noticing the great amount of pest activity in our homes. Apart from the many outdoor adventures and activities you've been enjoying lately, this is the high time to include spring pest...

Bed bugs are minute pests that feed on human blood and are usually attracted to their hosts by the warmth and the presence of carbon dioxide when we exhale. Bed bugs are not seasonal; they can make their annoying presence experienced in your home throughout the year....

Our homes play habitat to plenty of insects and pests that we have been accustomed to co-existing with. With some being harmless and others exhibiting negligible threat to the human health and survival, the fact remains that we share our homes with hundreds of...

The world has over 3,500 cockroach species. Oriental, American, and German are the most common. The American cockroaches are black and large. German cockroaches on the other hand are brown and smaller. Oriental cockroaches are dark brown to black and medium sized....

What kind of house is likely to be infested by termites? This is a question many homeowners tend to ask. It doesn't matter what material your home is made of, whether it is timber, brick, or any other material. For this reason, all homeowners need to have a...

Excessive moisture in homes is a common issue that causes discomfort, building damage and even health complications. Moisture in and around a structure can be caused by water seepage, basement leaks, improper drainage, condensation and poor ventilation. Places with a...

What is a rodent? Rodents are mammals that are characterized by their skulls and their continuously growing teeth that they use to chew and gnaw at wood, break open nuts and seeds, and defend themselves against predators. Some rodents include mice, rats, gophers,...

What Are the Different Types of Termites? The United States is home to more than 40 species of termites. However, it is important to note that these species can be categorized as one of four types of termites, with these being drywood, dampwood, subterranean, and...