Author: Tiffany Ferguson

Bedbugs are small, reddish-brown, blood-sucking, wingless insects. Bedbug bites usually clear up without treatment in a week or two. And are not known to spread diseases, but they can cause an allergic reaction or a severe skin reaction in some people. Bedbugs are about the size of an apple seed. They hide in the cracks…

There are many types of termites in the United States – approximately 45 species. But subterranean termites are the most economically important, particularly in the Southeastern U.S. Subterranean Termites Subterranean termites are the most common type of termite. They are known as the most destructive wood-eating insects in the United States. These termites, like all…

Hundreds of species of carpenter bees exist across the world, all within the xylocopa genus. The genus includes some 500 bees in 31 subgenera. The common name, carpenter bee, derives from their nesting behavior; nearly all species burrow into hard plant material such as dead wood or bamboo. The main exceptions are the species which…

What is it, How does it Work, and Why Does it Matter? Pests cause big problems in homes and businesses. They cause diseases, destroy property, and make places unsafe. Pest control meaning is really quite simple. It’s the process of removing or managing pests to keep spaces clean and safe. It helps to prevent infestations…

Pests like spiders, centipedes, ants, and etc. are creepy crawlies that you really don’t like to see around your home. But in their search for food, water, and shelter, pests do often make their way inside. And for that reason, it is important to know your options of whether you should do outside pest control…

What Pests are Nocturnal? While some pests can be active both during the day and night, the following pests are most likely to be active at night and some are even photophobic (afraid of the light). They are: Bed Bugs, Cockroaches, Centipedes, Crickets, Mice, Moths, Mosquitos (though they are also very active in shady areas…