Many times, clients mention that they are afraid that they have a bed bug infestation because in the night a sharp painful stick occurred, but no bug was found upon examination. If this has happened [...]

At first glance a wheel bug looks more like a prehistoric insect that is quite intimidating. The wheel bug is a member of the Assassin Bug family and they are everywhere right now. This family [...]

There are times when pest control just cannot be accomplished in the traditional way with pesticides. In fact, the best pest control is accomplished without total reliance on pesticides. This may be somewhat shocking, but [...]

Especially in the fall of the year one may hear mysterious sounds in crawl areas, attics or walls. Although it may seem that a ghostly presence may have taken residence in your home, there is [...]

Did you know that Indiana bats are responsible for eating many insects that could conceivably affect over 3 billion dollars in agricultural loss if our friend the bat was not in the environmental chain? We [...]

Of all the filth flies that have been discussed in previous articles, there is one species that is just especially nasty, especially in restaurants and commercial properties. The Phorid Fly is just that species. Not [...]

Last night I was awakened by an unusual sound. This was not a dream I assure you because my dog Hope heard it too. The time was 2:45 am and the call of an owl [...]

Did you know that insects and even animals are affected by weather and barometric pressure? Not only can insects respond to changes in temperatures, but they can also be affected by barometric pressure changes. If [...]

On occasion a homeowner may find an unusual number of large black sluggish flies in the home. At first thought, one may believe that flies are a variety of filth fly. Very likely the invaders [...]

During the dog days of summer, it is not unusual to be pestered by small, nearly microscopic biting flies. What are they?  Where do they come from and are they a health risk?  According to [...]