1/30/14
Polar vortex and artic blast seem to be buzzwords these days as much of the country is experiencing unusually cold temperatures and states that normally don’t see snow have practically come to a standstill because of snowflakes on the ground. Though the harsh temperatures have not been as bad in Little Rock and Arkansas as it has in the Midwest, it’s winter people and like those of us who…1/17/14
Winter time can be rough on everybody with high heating costs, snow to contend with, and freezing temperatures. Everybody does their best to make sure their home is winterized and that their family is warm all while trying to save as much money as possible. And believe it or not winter pests are trying to do the exact same things, which is why as homeowners we have to be extremely vigilant and…1/14/14
Homeowners often think that they are safe from bugs and other pests during the winter months, that they have died off due to the cold weather, but this is actually not true. The fact is that there are many species of pests that overwinter in warm homes and buildings. And while they may not be quite as active as during the warmer months, they are still out and about and sometimes searching for food…1/13/14
Luckily for the residents of Tennessee, the winters are not as harsh as for their Northern neighbors. But unluckily for Tennessee folk is that most pests remain active year round ready to invade, infest and startle people no matter what time of year it is. Spiders are a pest that often make their way indoors during the cooler months and remain active searching for food and water, all while scaring…12/18/13
The holiday season is time for family, cheer, happiness, and being surrounded by lovely holiday décor and delicious foods. Each year we pull our decorations out from storage and start creating delectable goodies and treats. Unfortunately, many times pests find their way into your holiday cheer, making unnecessary problems during the most wonderful time of the year. If you want to avoid dealing…12/5/13
Winter is starting show its face; the weather has cooled off and before you know it time for hot cocoa, sitting by the fire and building snowmen will be here! Unfortunately, it also means that spiders in NJ are desperately crawling around trying to gain entry to warm, New Jersey homes. These pests, like many others, are in search of a water and food source as well as a safe place to lay their eggs…12/5/13
Winter is just around the corner and the cold weather is already starting to hit New England. As homeowners we are looking to make sure that our homes are ready for winter and that everyone inside will be warm and cozy this season. Unfortunately, for us humans we aren’t the only ones getting ready for winter; pests in New England are also starting to feel the chill in the air and are trying to…12/4/13
Now is the time of year where most homeowners are digging their holiday decorations out of their attics, closets, and basements in order to make their homes warm, cheery and festive for family and friends. However, this happy time could be made not so joyful if you are not careful to look at and inspect holiday decorations for signs of brown recluse spiders and other insects. Brown recluse spiders…11/27/13
One of the most common insects in all of America, and particularly in the Arkansas area, are spiders. Most species of spiders are non poisonous and not harmful to people, but there are a few types of spiders that are more dangerous to encounter or be bitten by. Both the brown recluse spider and black widow spider are considered to be dangerous if they bite, and both are found right here in…11/13/13
Living in Kentucky or Indiana you have probably realized that the fall is here in full swing and that the cooler weather is here to stay. As a homeowner, now is the time of year that you should start making improvements and fixes in and around your home to help prevent fall pests from entering into your house.11/12/13
The days have gotten shorter and the weather has definitely cooled off in West Virginia. Along with curling up next to the fireplace, this means that homeowners need to become vigilant against pests trying to move into your home. These unwanted house guests will enter into your West Virginia home in order to seek shelter, warmth, and food and water sources.11/7/13
Spiders are among some of the most common fall bugs to see in New Jersey homes this time of year. Spiders are presently scurrying around in search of food, shelter and a warm place to lay their eggs in for the winter. These eight legged creatures will enter into homes in large numbers leaving their webs in nearly every crook and cranny throughout your home.10/29/13
The cool crisp weather of fall is here and this means that West Virginia bugs and other pests are looking for a warm, safe home to stay in over the winter months. Common pests that are currently trying to enter homes in Charleston, West Virginia include stink bugs, spiders, lady bugs, mice and many others. These fall pests enter into homes in order to find shelter, food and water during the cold…10/23/13
Fall is here, leaves are falling, pumpkins are being carved, apple crisps are in the oven and unfortunately for Michigan homeowners many pests are trying to get into your home in order find a warm, safe place to overwinter. There are many pests that are abundant in the fall and spiders are one of them. Many spiders are considered to be nuisance pests but others can be poisonous and more…10/22/13
There are many fall insects and pests that we contend with living in New York; one of the worst offenders this time of year is the stink bug. This pest knows that winter will soon be here, so the stink bug, along with all its many friends and family, begin searching for a warm and cozy place to ride out the winter. When they find an easy place to enter your home, they will come inside and spend…10/14/13
Fall is the time of year when many pests start to invade homes in order to find a warm place to overwinter. Spiders are a very common fall pest that homeowners in Arkansas have to deal with; one of the most widespread types of spiders in Arkansas that enter homes is the American house spider.10/11/13
If you are not already signed up for a routine pest control program, now is the perfect time to obtain year round residential pest protection for your New Jersey home. This type of pest protection service will help to prepare your home for the colder winter weather and prevent fall pests like spiders, rodents, box elder bugs, and stink bugs from invading your home.10/8/13
There are many species of pests that can enter Maryland homes throughout the year and while many pests are just a nuisance to have in your home, there are also some more threatening pests. A few of the threats include damages to your home, contamination of your food, introduction of diseases and bacteria to your family, and damages to your personal property. Some common types of house bugs found…10/8/13
Fall is in full swing which means pumpkins on the porch, leaves on the grass and perhaps a small chill in the air. The fall season is also a great time to clean up outside your yard and around your home. Cleaning up your yard and home not only will prepare it for the cooler fall and winter weather but also protect your home from potential pest infestations as the cooler weather sets in. Pests…9/23/13
Don't let ants and spiders in Indiana, Kentucky or Illinois take over your home. Learn which types are prevalent in the tri-state area and how to prevent odorous house ants and other types of ants as well as brown recluse spiders and other arachnids from taking over your home.9/21/13
Found in gardens, yards, inside homes and outbuildings, there are many types of spiders in Pennsylvania (some venomous) including the wolf spider. Aptly named, this particular arachnid does not waste time constructing webs to catch insects but rather hunts it’s prey and attacks. Though not a dangerous spider, the wolf spider is a common nuisance pest homeowners in Pennsylvania contend with.9/17/13
Mosquitoes can make spending time outdoors in the summer months unbearable. This causes many homeowners to have their properties treated for mosquitoes to reduce the populations and make their time spent outdoors more enjoyable; but what most homeowners don’t realize is that by treating for mosquitoes they are also helping to reduce the number of spiders that are on their property. Spiders can…9/17/13
Spiders in Arkansas can be a problem all year round but in the fall they have a tendency to move indoors and can become a major problem for homeowners living in Little Rock and throughout the state. Though they generally spend most of their outdoors, once the weather starts to cool off spiders will follow their food source inside. You see, they feed on insects and many of those bugs try to take…9/16/13
While most homeowners want to believe that insects, rodents and pests will stay out of their home the truth is that if proper precautions and steps are not taken your Maryland home can easily be invaded by pests. Inside your home pests are not simply just a nuisance, they will damage the structure of your home, destroy personal property, introduce diseases into your home, and contaminate your food…9/13/13
As cooler weather sets in, we tend to seek out indoor activities whether it’s cozying up next to the fire or having a game night around the table with friends and family. Here’s the thing though, we aren’t the only ones seeking an escape from the cold. House spiders are too!9/11/13
New Jersey and other parts of the Northeast are starting to see cooler weather in the mornings and evenings, which is a good indicator that fall is just around the corner. Along with the turning leaves and apple picking fall also means that spiders in New Jersey are likely to start moving indoors (if they aren’t hunting for insects inside already) looking for a warm safe place to stay in over…9/11/13
Abundant all over the country, spiders are often found outdoors however they frequent homes and businesses while on the hunt for prey. While most spiders in Colorado are harmless and mainly just a nuisance with their penchant for building unsightly webs in the corners of rooms and other annoying places, there are however some species that are poisonous and if bitten their venom can cause severe…8/14/13
We know they are around but just because spiders in Arkansas are a common household pest does not mean we should be subjected to their possible bites. While most spiders in the area are harmless, like many house spiders, some species including the brown recluse and black widow are a more dangerous species due to their venomous bites. The good news is that spiders are not an aggressive species so…8/6/13
Perhaps one of the most frightening critters that are oh so common to find crawling around the home or nearby outside are spiders. There’s something about their long legs, webs full of insects, and the threat of them getting too close for comfort that cause many homeowners to wonder how to control spiders, and more importantly how to prevent them from getting inside in the first place! Spiders…7/16/13
Did you know that there are many types of spiders in Arkansas and while some like the house spider is harmless if you don’t count the unsightly webs they craft in the corners, others are dangerous spiders (i.e. brown recluse spiders and black widows) that should be avoided. Lets take a closer look at a few of the arachnids that call Arkansas home.7/12/13
Many people really dislike spiders. You remember the movie Arachnophobia? That was a film that was centered on the fear of spiders and in West Virginia, spiders are everywhere. If you have a fear of spiders, the last thing you want is to find them inside your home, but unfortunately many homeowners find spiders in their WV homes every season, no matter what the weather is like outside. Spiders…7/3/13
Spiders can be found anywhere, outside in yards, in wooded areas and even lurking throughout your home. While many spiders are harmless there are a few species of poisonous spiders that can get into homes and be a danger to you and your family. Two poisonous spiders in Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois are the brown recluse spider and the black widow spiders.