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Common Ways that Bedbug Infestation Occurs in Homes

Posted on March 4, 2021
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The bugs are brought in on items that are infested, like clothing or furniture. Eggs and bugs enter the homes that have hitched a ride on pets or luggage. They are carried by wild animals like birds or bats entering the home. Dwellings that are nearby that have routes available through false... more
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Mice Sizes

Posted on March 2, 2021
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Mice come in a wide variety of colors and sizes. Some common mice colors are white, brown and grey. Some are very tiny and others are around the size of a baked potato. Mice typically grow from 1 to 7 inches (2.54 to 18 centimeters) in length and weigh between 0.5 and 1 ounce (.23 to .028... more
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Cockroach Detection

Posted on March 1, 2021
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American cockroaches can be detected by examining the premises after dark with a flashlight. They occur in dark, damp, warm places, often near steam pipes, in sewers, grease traps, damp basements, etc. During the day, probing hiding places with a wire will expose... more
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Where do mice live?

Posted on February 26, 2021
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Mice are hardy creatures that are found in nearly every country and type of terrain. They can live in forests, grasslands and man made structures easily. Mice typically make a burrow underground if they live out in the wild. Their burrow helps protect them from predators. Their natural predators... more
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What do bed bugs eat?

Posted on February 25, 2021
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Bed bugs eat blood. They prefer to feed on humans, but if a human host isn’t available, they will feed on other warm-blooded animals (such as cats, dogs, birds, rats, etc.). Bed bugs do not drink water. Bed bugs will not feed on blood oozing from a cut or wound, or from a dead... more
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What do mice eat?

Posted on February 23, 2021
If you believe what you see in cartoons, you would think that mice eat cheese. Actually, they like to eat fruits, seeds and grains. They are omnivorous, which means they eat both plants and meat, and the common house mice will eat just about anything it can find. In fact, if food is scarce, mice... more
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Baby mice

Posted on February 22, 2021
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When homes are infested with mice, humans will often find chewed up wires, books, papers and insulation around their home. Mice aren't eating these items, they are chewing them into pieces that they can use to make their nests. This is because mice nests are made from whatever the female mouse... more
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How to keep pests and unwanted visitors away

Posted on February 19, 2021
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Once you've identified a pest or animal problem, the last thing you want is a repeat. To prevent a future infestation, start by inspecting your home for any holes or gaps that pests could use as an entry point. Next, aim to keep your gutters free of debris, and don't leave food scraps lying... more
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How to prevent a roach infestation

Posted on February 18, 2021
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Cockroaches are attracted to moisture, so cutting down on your home's overall moisture levels can help control potential infestations in the future. You'll also want to avoid leaving water out -- dog bowls, half-empty cups, etc. -- and be careful to wipe down any wet surfaces, like your tub or... more
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A Little History about Bed Bugs

Posted on February 16, 2021
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From the Beginning it is thought that C. lecturlarius may have actually originated in the Middle East, in caves that were inhabited by humans as well as bats. The lineages of the bed bug can be traced by their name as well. In ancient Rome, they were called Cimex, meaning ‘bug’, the species... more
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