Have you recently woken up to the feeling of itchy bites on your body. Maybe you looked in the mirror in the morning and noticed some itchy red bites on your face or body. You may have become overwhelmed with fear from the fact that you may have an infestation of bed bugs … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Pests While Travelling
Vacations are supposed to be relaxing and care-free, but sometimes pests can interrupt the fun or cause problems afterward. Developing good habits when travelling can help to eliminate some of these potential problems. Let’s take a look at some of the most common pest problems associated with … [Read more...]
Mosquito Borne Diseases in the United States
Although they are small and far from intimidating, mosquitoes are actually one of the deadliest creatures on earth. The World Health Organization estimates that over 1 million people die every year due to mosquito-borne diseases.1 Malaria is the leading cause of death from mosquitoes at nearly … [Read more...]
No See Ums: How to Get Rid of Them
All About Noseeums and How To Get Rid of Them Noseeums (also spelled No-see-um's or No See Um's) are an irritating flying pest that you may at first believe to be mosquitoes because of their blood-sucking bites, but confusion arises after the bite when the bug is nowhere to be seen. … [Read more...]
How to Use Harris Potted Plant Insect Traps
If you are struggling with insects eating and damaging your potted plants, try Harris Potted Plant Insect Traps. They are pesticide free, easy to use, and work to trap gnats, aphids, whiteflies, and more. Directions Start by determining the length of stake that you want for your … [Read more...]
Swamp Gator Fogger Kills Aedes Mosquito that Transmits ZIKA
ZIKA has been making headlines lately due to its harmful effects, mainly pregnancy complications. Typical symptoms include fever, skin rashes, muscle pain and headache. However, it’s estimated that only about 20% of people will exhibit symptoms at all; the rest will not be affected. Although these … [Read more...]