The Cimicidae family of bloodsucking insects includes bed bugs. Both nymphs and adults prey on dozing or sedentary humans, usually at night when the pest’s covert behavior is more difficult to spot. The common bed bug, Cimex lectularius, is a…

As a homeowner, you must ensure that your house is free from all pests. You wouldn’t want ants crawling on your food or termites damaging your property’s structural integrity. Termites and ants look similar and share some common characteristics. Both…

Pest control and real estate businesses work well together because both industries are service-oriented. In the pest control industry, companies provide services to homeowners and businesses to get rid of pests like ants, cockroaches, spiders, and rodents. In the real…

If you’re like most people, the last thing you want is to have to deal with pests in your home. But the truth is, even the cleanest of homes can become infested with pests at some point. The good news…

Bats are vital in maintaining a healthy ecosystem and are fascinating to observe in action. However, occasionally, they break into houses at night in search of food and shelter. Although bats are crucial for the environment, they may not be…

The damage caused by birds that are considered a nuisance can be rather expensive. Especially when they congregate, nest, and defecate under the eaves, canopies, factories, garages, hangars, and other roofs. Humane methods exist for eliminating unwanted avian species. Bird…

Many different types of pests can be found in restaurants. Some of the most common pests include rodents, cockroaches, and flies. These pests can contaminate food and surfaces and spread disease. A few critical areas in restaurants are particularly susceptible…

Pest control companies offer a variety of services to their customers. Some companies specialize in residential, while others focus on commercial. There are also companies that offer both residential and commercial pest control services. When choosing a pest control company,…

In a 1997 movie, we saw how comically fast a restaurant was closed due to cockroach infestation. Although this is fiction, we generally believe people take pest control seriously. It is one of the biggest concerns for the restaurant industry.  For…

Whenever summer is around the corner, various kinds of pests come out of hiding and start looking for a place to settle where there’s plenty of food and shelter. If you’re like most people, you don’t want to share your…