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2022 Pest Calendar: Which Pests Should You Look Out For This Year?

Posted on March 18, 2022
Photo of active wasp nest in foreground, with children playing in the yard (background) "2022 Seasonal Pests" [A1 Logo]
If you're like most people, you probably think of pests as being the bugs that invade your home in the summer. However, there are many pests that can be a problem during other times of the year. In particular, pests that thrive in the winter can cause a lot of damage. There are many pests... more
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Common Pests that Invade During the Winter

Posted on February 13, 2019
When winter weather arrives, some pests go into hibernation while others enter homes seeking warmth and food sources. The National Pest Management Association encourages homeowners to take several precautions against common winter pests like mice, rats, raccoons, cockroaches and spiders.... more
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Silverfish Control

Posted on January 17, 2019
What Are Silverfish? Silverfish get their name from the insect’s silvery, metallic appearance and fish-like shape and movements. Silverfish are also known as “bristletails” because of their three long, bristle-like or tail-like appendages on the rear end of their body. Silverfish are... more
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Spider Control & Extermination

Posted on January 3, 2019
Spider control and extermination can be a major concern for homeowners. There are about 3,000 species of spiders throughout North America, but the good news is that only two in the southern and western United States can cause serious harm when accidentally disturbed - the black widow spider and... more
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Common Pests & Bugs Found in the Garage

Posted on December 27, 2018
The garage is meant to give shelter to your car, store tools, sports equipment and anything else that needs to be packed up out of sight. It also serves as the perfect shelter for bugs and rodents. Compared to more secure parts of the house, the garage – sometimes left open for extended periods... more
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New Year’s Resolution for Homeowners

Posted on December 26, 2018
It’s a fresh, new year, which means many people are just beginning to embark on their New Year’s resolution quests. While every individual may have their own personal goals, A1 Exterminators, a local pest control company, encourages all homeowners to make a shared commitment to diligent pest... more
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Pantry-Proofing Tips to Prevent a Stored Product Pest Infestation

Posted on December 19, 2018
As people dig through their pantries in search of ingredients to bake pumpkin pie and cookies for the holidays, A1 Exterminators, a local pest control company, encourages them to keep their eyes peeled for insects that could be hiding in the bag of flour, chocolate or spices. These insects are... more
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Health Risks Associated with Mice & Rats

Posted on December 18, 2018
Watch this video from Pest World to learn about the health risks associated with mice or rats in your... more
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Pests Found in Christmas Trees

Posted on December 13, 2018
Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree, how lovely are the bugs in your branches. A living Christmas tree can have up to 25,000 bugs living in it. Many of these bugs are hibernating inside the tree and when you bring them into your warm home, they can wake up and want to explore. Most of these... more
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When Decking the Halls, Watch for Pests

Posted on December 5, 2018
For many people, it just isn’t the holiday season until their home has been properly adorned with twinkling lights, wreathes, trees and family-favorite items of décor. However, A1 Exterminators reminds eager homeowners of the importance of thoroughly inspecting holiday decorations, especially... more
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