November 15, 2021
Did you know there are several types of moths that can infest your home? This includes pantry moths, which from their name you can infer that they eat the dry goods found in a pantry, and there are clothes moths, which you guessed it, feed on some of the fabric that makes up our clothes.... Read More
July 30, 2021
You do not want termites in your home. These tiny terrors will chew through wood 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and the damage they cause is unbelievable. They cause American homeowners, on average, 5 billion dollars in damages each year due to their insatiable appetites and detrimental work. Learn tips to protect your home today. ... Read More
July 15, 2021
Bed bugs may be small, but they are mighty. Adults measure approximately ¼ of an inch and resemble an apple seed, and their nymphs are practically microscopic. They need blood to live and grow, and they aren’t the most discerning pest. Bed bugs will feed on nearly any warm-blooded mammal, so no one is safe from their bites. Most humans will know of the bed bugs’ terror by being bitten in their sleep. ... Read More
June 30, 2021
Mosquitoes are flying insects. They are small, 1/8 to 3/8 inches long. Mosquitoes have six legs and two wings. They are generally grey to black. Most importantly, they have an elongated proboscis that they use to drink nectar. The female mosquito also uses it to draw the blood from a specific type of creature. They take any blood they can get.... Read More
June 15, 2021
Bed bugs (Cimex lectulariu) have coexisted with humans for a very long time. They drink human blood as food. When DDT was developed, it devastated bed bugs and they almost disappeared, at least in the United States. However, since DDT was deemed unsafe for humans, bed bugs have had a resurgence. ... Read More
May 28, 2021
Understanding why ants come into Raleigh homes is easier than you might think. In all honesty, ants love your home for many of the same reasons you do. It provides them with shelter from exterior weather conditions, it gives them easy access to food when they are hungry, and it offers many opportunities for them to stay hydrated.... Read More
May 14, 2021
Did you ever wake up feeling like you haven’t slept at all? It happens to everyone once in a while. All it takes to have a bad night of sleep is exercising before bed, eating a large meal too late in the evening, or being bitten by parasitic bugs. What parasitic bugs might be biting me at night, you ask? Bed bugs for one. ... Read More
March 31, 2021
While there are plenty of cutesy kid movies starring them, in the real world, mice are not so adorable. They spread disease, ruin food stores, destroy property, and drive homeowners insane. What’s worse, over the centuries, urban mice have become more and more dependent on humans. ... Read More
March 15, 2021
Carpenter ants might not eat wood, but they still nest inside it, wreaking just as much havoc as termites by building tunnels, chambers, and rooms within wooden materials in your home. This can wind up weakening wood’s structural integrity and ultimately threatening its soundness.... Read More
January 29, 2021
So, there are bugs living in your furniture that come out at night to feed on your blood. Sounds terrifying, doesn’t it? It couldn’t happen to you though, right? Some people think that bed bugs aren’t a problem in “clean” homes. Wash the sheets every week and you’ll be just fine. Unfortunately, that’s one of the many misconceptions about bed bugs that allows them to cause so much harm and frustration o... Read More
January 15, 2021
Have you ever heard that cockroaches are a dangerous and unsanitary pest? Even if you know cockroaches aren't great pests to have around your home or business, you might not know just how harmful they can be. Cockroaches are able to spread up to 35 different illnesses.... Read More
September 15, 2020
If you live in Raleigh, you should know that it's not unusual for mice to wander into homes. But don't let the common nature of mice infestations fool you into thinking there's nothing wrong with them. Mice are dangerous, and you should take measures to keep them out of your home.... Read More
July 15, 2020
When ants appear in large numbers around your home or inside your kitchen, it can be difficult to figure out what pest you're dealing with. Here are some general ant control tips that help with all the ant species that get into Raleigh properties.... Read More
June 19, 2020
By making sure the house structure stays completely dry, even the flying termites won't be able to establish colonies within your walls and floors. That is why the pros say that it's important to keep your home high and dry, however, there are exceptions to every rule.... Read More
May 13, 2020
When people get hungry, anything can start to seem appetizing. You have probably heard the saying, “I’m so hungry I could eat an elephant”. Despite how hungry you have been before, we know you have never looked at the walls of your home and thought, man would those be tasty? Do you know who does have these thoughts? Termites.... Read More
April 15, 2020
Staying one step ahead of pest infestations and the problems that come with them is a constant concern for responsible homeowners. Rodents are the best example of why, because once they move in they can bring a whole host of problems including disease, damage to property, and many nuisance issues.... Read More
March 16, 2020
Here in Raleigh, termite season typically picks up in early spring and can go well into late fall. During this time, a number of things can happen. If you are not prepared, your home could be at risk.... Read More
February 18, 2020
Moths are not exactly what you would expect for your typical house pest. You are probably used to seeing moths fluttering outside near lights at night but not in your kitchen and around your pantry. You are probably here today because you are seeing moths around your food and you don’t know why. You may have even found their larvae crawling around in your cereal. That’s even worse!... Read More
July 17, 2019
So you think you have bed bugs. You've had enough of the dark brown excrement spots, and the strong, musky odor. And you’re officially done with the unexplained, itchy bites. ... Read More
June 17, 2019
Have you ever been on a walk outdoors and heard a familiar steady buzz? We all know the sound. For some, this sound is enough for them to duck for cover because they know what it means. It means there is a strong possibility that stinging insects are nearby.... Read More
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