Do New Houses Have Fewer Bugs?
Bugs are like humans because they like a nice home for the same reason you do. They want food, water, and a roof over their head. They have been finding their way into homes since they were first built. Although [...]
Does a Warm Winter Mean More Bugs in the Spring?
The world is changing at a fast rate, and one of the biggest changes is the rise in average temperatures across the globe. While warmer temperatures in winter don’t seem like such a big deal, warm winters can have many [...]
What to do when Door-to-Door Pest Control Knocks (don’t answer)
Door-to-door sales used to be very common, bringing everything from encyclopedias to vacuum cleaners right to people’s front steps. Today, we are less inclined to answer the door to people we aren’t expecting to visit. The reputation of door-to-door sales [...]
Can You Get Bed Bugs in a Clothing Store?
Recently a prominent retail chain disclosed to the public that bed bugs had been found at one of their stores in Florida. The disclosure was made after having received complaints and photographs from a few customers. Consumers should understand it [...]
Hosts and Guests: What to Do if Airbnb Rental Has Bugs?
Did you book an Airbnb rental but fail to read the reviews of guests complaining about bed bugs or bed bug bites? This might bug you as a guest, but a bed bug infestation is the worst nightmare for the [...]
Do I Need a Termite Inspection Every Year?
Most homeowners believe that there aren’t any termites in their homes because they can’t see them. However, termites aren’t all that easy to detect. They are specialists at finding ways into your home that you wouldn’t know about. Once settled [...]