A house mouse will enter a building for a variety of reasons, including warmth, food and safety. Once they are inside, if the conditions are right, it will start a nest, and soon enough, the building will be teeming with rodents. But how do these mice enter the home? Let’s
Mosquitoes are one of the deadliest pests. Yes! You read that right. According to gatesnotes infographic, mosquitoes are one of the most lethal animals, as they kill over than 700,000 people annually. These tiny insects also account for 17% out of the estimated burden of infectious diseases across the globe.
Protection and prevention are key to avoiding encounters with dangerous pests. Enjoy a pest-free summer with these five tips: Look for Breeding Grounds: Eliminate areas of standing water around the yard, as mosquitoes only need half an inch of water to breed — that’s the size of a bottle cap!
More than 40,000 spider species have been documented worldwide, the vast majority of which are small species that are incapable of biting humans due to their inadequately sized fangs. Of the more than 3,000 documented spider species inhabiting the United States, only 60 or so possess fangs that are large
While they may be called house flies, this species of fly generally stay outdoors, not entering homes unless windows and doors have torn screens or are left open for a period of time. They are meant to live outdoors, and aren’t much of an indoor pest unless they find their
If you have roof rat problems, you are not alone. Also known as Rattus rattus, this pest species is spread throughout the US, being more prevalent in warmer climates, especially in the southern half of the East Coast along the Southern states and the Pacific Northwest. But what draws roof
Are Tenants Or Landlords Responsible For Pest Control? Who is responsible for dealing with pests in a rental property? The short answer – generally, the landlord. However, there are nuances to the law and financial responsibility might fall onto the tenant under certain conditions. When is the landlord financially responsible
When you see a spider, you might think it is a brown recluse. You are wondering whether it is a sign of infestation or an isolated sighting. You may ignore these spider species, considering them as less dangerous. However, there is a reason to worry as brown recluses are potentially
There are many materials that you can choose from when building a home, and many factors that you will have to take into consideration when choosing. One of these factors is termite resistance. While termites can chew through a lot of materials, there are some that can stop them. In
Isn’t it natural to freak out when you see the black widow spider scurrying around your house? Along with other pest issues, spider control has become crucial for homeowners. While these spider species do a great job by preying on insects, having too many of them can cause an actual
Dealing with wasps can be a painful journey for most of the homeowners having a wasp infestation. Wasps are known for ruining your summer backyard parties with your friends and families. However, these pests are beneficial for the environment. However, no one would love to see these pests flying in
According to officials with the US Department of Agriculture, more than 600,000 homes in the US become infested with termites each year. Unfortunately, San Antonio is located in an area of the country where several species of termite pests are abundant and invade homes frequently. In fact, San Antonio was
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