#2 Top Five Pest Concerns for 2018

#2 SPIDERS There are approximately 40,000 species of spiders wandering around world, but only two in the southern and western United States can cause serious harm, the black widow and brown recluse. Many people associate spiders with webs, but the truth is not all...

Hurricane Aftermath Brings Unwanted Pests

Be proactive against pest invasions after floods to reduce risk of infestations, diseases and potential health issues. Mosquitoes If history is any indication, there will be several concerns regarding the increase in population of mosquitoes following Hurricane...

Japanese Beetles

The Japanese beetle, an extremely destructive pest, is native to Japan and was first discovered in the United States in 1916. Since the larvae (white grubs) feed on the roots of numerous plants and grasses while beneath the soil and the adults consume leaf matter...

Head Lice

What is a head louse? A head louse is a wingless parasite that resides on the human scalp drawing blood for nourishment. These lice will infest and spread to a new host by sharing belongings (brushes, combs, hats, towels, clothing or beds) or close personal...

House Dust Mites

House dust mites have lived on earth for 23 million years. They are nest dwelling scavengers known to colonize and infest warm, dark and humid areas. In addition to consuming rotting discarded skin scales, as a scavenger, they will eat almost anything organic such as...

Camel Cricket

Camel Crickets get their name from their humpbacked appearance, which is similar to that of a camel. They are nocturnal and very active at night, but hide during the day. Camel Crickets are found outdoors around buildings in cool, moist environments under mulch,...