There are plenty of things you can do around your home to maintain it, but there is one thing you should probably consider leaving for professionals: pest control services. It is very time-consuming to learn how to identify pests and learn the right way to use pest control products. Doing it the wrong way can(…)
For some people, a bee sting is a momentary painful experience. For others, it can be life threatening. The problem is that if you have never been stung, you aren’t really sure which category you fall into. Obviously bees provide a vital service in our ecosystem. Mankind couldn’t exist without their pollinating services, but that(…)
There is nothing more unnerving than finding ants in your kitchen. It doesn’t matter how clean you keep your kitchen; there are times they will show up nonetheless. At certain times of the year, ants are looking for new frontiers to bring food back to the nest, and your kitchen has many of the elements(…)
You keep a spotless house and you don’t travel, so why in the world do you have a bed bug infestation?! The truth of the matter is that bed bugs have nothing to do with your housekeeping. While it is true that you can bring bed bugs home inadvertently from hotels when traveling, there are(…)
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At Total Pest Solutions, we’ve performed our fair share of termite inspections over the years. While doing these inspections, we’ve noticed a trend regarding where termites love to take over and cause damage. During termite inspections, here are seven places we always check for termites: 1. Attics — Most attics are framed with wood,(…)
If you suffer from allergies, you may find yourself spending more time indoors than you would like and still having allergy symptoms. What you may not have realized is that pests in your home could be aggravating your allergies. Microbes, insect venoms, vermin droppings, and other problems result from having pests in your home, and(…)
When you think you have a termite problem, you may be feeling stressed about what to do next. Whether you’ve seen a swarm or have noticed damage to your furniture, calling in the professionals is probably the best next step. But, what exactly should you expect from termite inspections once you know you need professional(…)
Doing your own pest control can be a risky proposition and may not save you the money you were hoping for in the long run. In addition, there are a few things you may be trying that won’t work and could make your problem even worse. Here are the most common mistakes that many DIY(…)
Termites are definitely one of those things that it is better to prevent against than deal with an infestation later. When they begin a new colony in your home, it doesn’t take them long to create serious damage, even structural failure. It can take them a scant six months to create huge headaches, and they(…)
Maintaining a healthy lawn is often about more than just mowing your grass each week. It can take planning and practice to get your lawn looking its best all year long. So, when you notice that you have unwanted bugs and pests strolling around your yard, you may be wondering what you can do to(…)
