Bug Tip Tuesday!

Just because the weather is getting cooler, doesn't mean that the precautions taken to prevent ticks should stop.  The fall season is adult tick season and these pest are still looking for hosts to feed from.  Continue taking all precautions from ticks when participating in outside activities. ... more
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Stinging Insects in Fall

Did you know that stinging insects such as wasps and hornets actually get more aggressive during late summer and early fall? They’re busy foraging for food to sustain the colony’s queen over the winter.... more
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Stink Bug Season is Upon Us

The fall season is officially here, and with it comes the resurgence of the pesky brown marmorated stink bug. Originally from Asia, this invader is now found throughout most of the continental U.S. This is partially due to its lack of natural predators. Easily identified by their mottled brownish... more
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Bug Fact

Have you ever come into contact with a jumping spider? It can be a little unsettling. Jumping spiders can jump up to fifty times their own length.... more
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Bug Tip Tuesday!!

#Mosquitoes remain active until temperatures consistently stay below 60 degrees. Don't ditch the repellent... more
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Back-To-School and Bugs

#BacktoSchool and back to bugs? According to a new study, lice could be becoming more resistant to over-the-counter treatments. Better to work on preventing than treating.  The easiest way to prevent lice is to avoid sharing combs, brushes, hats, clothing and other items with people. If you are... more
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Bed Bug Travel Tips

When going on vacation, the last thing you want to go home with is Bed Bugs.  Here are a few tips on making sure you are in a bed bug free hotel room. Stash Your Luggage Your first order of business upon entering the hotel room should be to check for bed bugs. But before you give the room a solid... more
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Bug Tip Tuesday!!

Rodents start entering homes and garages to nest for the upcoming colder months and they may be thriving on bagged bird seed and grass seed in the garage, on food they find in the kitchen, or on crumbs from snacks that have been taken to other rooms of the house.  Keep everything sealed and... more
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Ant Identification

There are more than 700 ant species found in the U.S., although only about 25 species commonly infest homes. Ants are social insects that typically live in underground colonies, made up of workers and a queen. Ants will eat practically any kind of food, but are especially attracted to sweets. Ant... more
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Colonies Can Peak in Early Autumn

Yellow Jackets are social insects that live in nests or colonies with up to 4,000 workers. They are most active in the late summer and early autumn when a colony s at its peak. ... more
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