Whether you rent or own your home or place of business, you know the importance of pest control in the four-state region of southwest Missouri is of high priority during the summer months. But since bugs of almost any type can eventually enter your home or business, it’s essential to understand the preventative measures you […]
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For most homeowners and their pets, warmer summer months are an excellent time to get back outside for adventure-filled weekends or a time for working in the yard. Unfortunately, while we all love having fun in the sun, it can also mean flea and tick season is beginning to peak.Although May is Flea and Tick […]
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Did you know that fleas ingest up to 15 times their body weight in blood? That’s right; fleas are parasitic creatures that thrive on consuming blood from mammals.According to the CDC, over 2,500 known flea species exist globally, and more than 300 reside inside U. S. borders. Of those 300, the most common is the […]
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Did you know that pest control can be a hassle-free job if you work with a local pest control expert in the four-state region? But unfortunately, the sad truth is bug populations will only increase in number as we crawl closer to our hot summer months.Unfortunately, living with bugs is a necessary evil, but there […]
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We all know that living with bugs is a way of life. But when it comes to some particularly pesky bugs, mosquitos win first prize!They buzz around your head with an exceptionally bothersome and chaotic flap of their wings. If that were not enough, entire broods emerge all at once, like a swarm of bees.Just […]
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We’ve talked about signs of termite activity in the past and provided detailed descriptions on termite members. So today we’re going to dive a bit deeper into termite responsibilities and talk about which termites you are most likely to encounter and where.You may recall that termites don’t actually live in isolation, despite the fact that […]
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The North American variety of the Sugar Ant is common in homes around the four-state area. Unfortunately, these pesky insects are notoriously difficult to eradicate. They adapt quickly, building large nests inside, outside, and even below your home’s foundation.Fortunately, sugar ant behavior is well understood. They are known for building shallow nests in surface soils […]
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Every homeowner knows when you see a baby roach, there are ten more hiding nearby. A baby roach inside your home is never a good sign as they don’t travel too far away from their nest. Which means you probably already have a roach nest inside your home that needs to be taken care of […]
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With the winter weather getting colder, homeowners across the country are fighting to protect their homes from rodent infestations. As rodents like rats seek to take shelter from the winter elements and hunt for food, they might find a way inside your home and decide to stay.What is a Roof Rat?A roof rat, also referred […]
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A Bed bug infestation is a terrible problem that nobody wants to have. Not only are they easy to pick up from anywhere but they are also hard to remove once they have established themselves in your home. Thankfully when completed properly by a professional, bed bug heat treatments is a highly effective treatment option. […]
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