Ants are some of the most common nuisance pests you can encounter, with millions of insects making their way across the United States alone per day. Common ant species like pavement ants regularly invade homes for food sources, while more resilient species can take up entire city blocks. The best way to get rid of […]

Pest problems are easier to handle if you identify the exact bug species that you're dealing with - but there are times when that may be difficult. This can be an issue since not all pest removal methods work equally for all insect types. For some species like Argentine black ants and termites, knowing the […]

Argentine ants are considered to be one of the most invasive species of ants in South America and the United States. With multiple productive queens in each Argentine ant nest, these ants reproduce at an alarming rate and can infest entire homes if left untreated. Some homeowners don’t even realize the gravity of their Argentine […]

Argentine ants are an invasive ant species that can enter your home and cause quite a nuisance. They’re often attracted to places with food sources readily accessible to them whether it be in the kitchen, bathroom, or trash can, and quite difficult to exterminate completely once settled in.  So how can you prevent Argentine ants […]

There are many different types of ant populations that can be found in your home. Take Argentine ants and odorous house ants for example. While they may all seem alike to you they have quite a few differences as well as similarities. So what exactly makes Argentine ants and odorous house ants so different? While […]

Argentine ants are an invasive species native to Argentina and Brazil but have been found in places all over America since the 1890s. An Argentine ant infestation is usually indicated by an unpleasant smell and ant congregations on moist surfaces wherein you will most likely find an ant’s nest nearby.  So how big are argentine […]

The first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word mouse trap is a piece of wood with cheese as bait. While these traditional traps still exist, we’re now at a point in time where innovations of all sorts are invented, and this includes mouse traps which now have battery-operated versions. So what […]

Although mouse traps are an effective rodent control solution, some types are not completely humane and can put other non-target animals in danger. The risk for unintentionally harming other wildlife is high when you’re placing traps outdoors where backyard birds and owls can land into them.  So what can you do to keep birds away […]

A seasonal home is a great investment for individuals who want to dabble in real estate investing. It can also simply be a private property where they can take their families on getaways and holidays. But one drawback of seasonal homes is that it is not always occupied, and when it’s not properly maintained, unwanted […]

Any homeowner is potentially at risk for having a rat or mouse infestation. Fortunately, it’s easy to manage rodents by putting down mouse traps to catch and remove them from the property. However, mice and rats are smart and if you don’t use the right strategy in setting up traps around the home, you may […]