Monday, July 13, 2015

Summertime Tips from Exterminators on How to Handle Stinging Insects


It’s livelier in the summertime with homes everywhere getting decked out for barbecues, pool parties, and family reunions—any excuse to soak up the sunshine and enjoy the company of friends and family. However, there may be unwelcome guests at your party every now and then, and pests—mosquitoes, ants, and wasps—are the top party crashers of the season.
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Saturday, July 11, 2015

Bed Bugs: A Top Pest Control Issue Causing Harm to Home and Health


One’s home has always had tiny yet formidable enemies, and they could be lurking anywhere in the nooks and crannies of your living room and your bedroom. Bed bugs are pesky critters found within the dark corners and folds of your bedding and furnishings. They have been called “public health pests that need to be addressed seriously” by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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Thursday, July 9, 2015

Termites in Your Home? Call a Professional Pest Control Company Fast


In a recent poll about termite-infested cities, four California cities made their way on to the top ten list. San Diego came in fourth while Los Angeles topped the list. That isn’t anything San Diegans celebrate; after all, the average cost of termite damage is $8,184 according to a study conducted by Harris Interactive—and termite damage is usually not covered by insurance.
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Wednesday, July 8, 2015

Termite Troubles: When Your Ceiling Gets Infested

When you think you have a termite problem, there are key places to look, and signs to watch out for indoors. You can observe your foundation wall, its corners, and its joints, as well as the floor and the ceiling. Keep an eye out for any staining and unusual  blistering paint, especially where your plumbing system runs through the wall.

Monday, July 6, 2015

Bee Removal Tips: How to Deal with a Carpenter Bee Problem at Home


California Carpenter Bees (Xylocopa californica) are relatively large bees that are all-black in appearance, with some bluish/greenish reflections. The male is differentiated by lighter markings in the abdominal segments. They are agriculturally beneficial insects, and they play an important role in pollinating plants.
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