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Insect Bites, Rash and Skin Irritation

Pest Control Professionals are often called to identify what is to be believed to be insect bites.  We are not health professionals and anytime a mark, puncture or raised area that is of concern it [...]

Insect Bites, Rash and Skin Irritation2024-12-02T15:32:06+00:00

Are Bed Bug Bites Painful?

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 [...]

Are Bed Bug Bites Painful?2024-11-18T17:31:14+00:00

Wheel Bug: A Unique Insect with a Painful Bite

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 [...]

Wheel Bug: A Unique Insect with a Painful Bite2024-11-11T14:43:08+00:00

Is Non-Chemical Pest Control Possible?

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 [...]

Is Non-Chemical Pest Control Possible?2024-11-04T20:07:04+00:00

Understanding Piney Squirrels

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 [...]

Understanding Piney Squirrels2024-10-28T13:47:39+00:00

Little Brown Bats — Friend or Foe?

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 [...]

Little Brown Bats — Friend or Foe?2024-10-21T15:49:03+00:00

Phorid Fly – The Other Filth Fly

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 [...]

Phorid Fly – The Other Filth Fly2024-10-14T14:13:22+00:00

The Owls Moonlight Serenade

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 [...]

The Owls Moonlight Serenade2024-10-07T13:31:14+00:00

How does Weather and Barometric Pressure affect Insects…and more!

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 [...]

How does Weather and Barometric Pressure affect Insects…and more!2024-09-30T20:05:47+00:00

Cluster or Attic Flies in the Home

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 [...]

Cluster or Attic Flies in the Home2024-09-23T15:25:04+00:00
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