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pest control for country living

I love living out in the middle of the woods, but it does come with a lot of pest problems. We have battled ants, flies and spiders in the house and ticks, spiders, mosquitoes, and all sorts of other pests outside. How can you keep these pests under control when your home is smack dab in the middle of their homes? My blog contains a ton of tips that can help you keep these and many other pests under control. You will find plants that will help keep them away from your house and techniques to eliminate them once they are in your home.

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Why Aren’t Your Termite Baits Working?

17 September 2020
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Using a termite bait system is generally seen as the best option for getting rid of subterranean termites. They also work well to protect your home when you know there are termites nearby. But what if you've put baits around your home, and you still have termites? What's going wrong, and what should you do now? Here are a few possibilities. You have not waited long enough. How long ago did you put the termite baits into place? Read More …

Tips For Planning Your Most Pest-Free Summer Ever

8 January 2020
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The dark, depressing days of winter are a great time to make plans for activities your family can enjoy during the coming summer season. In many areas of the United States, however, families may find themselves altering their plans for outdoor activities because of pressure from seasonal insects.  If your family is one of the many that has grown weary of having their favorite summertime activities interrupted or ruined by the appearance of stinging, biting, or swarming insects, there are some things you can do to ensure that the coming summer is your most pest-free one yet. Read More …

How A Residential Pest Control Expert Can Deal With A Rat Infestation For Homeowners

13 November 2019
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Rats are one of the more serious pests you might find in your home at some point. Although your urge is to probably get rid of them yourself, it will be much easier working with a residential pest control service. They'll tackle this stressful rodent situation in the following ways.  Scan Property For Entry Points Before the initial rat infestation is addressed in your home, the pest control expert will examine your property's exterior looking for entry points. Read More …

What Household Pests Can Make You Sick?

15 July 2019
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No one likes to talk about the creepy-crawlers that invade the homes society lives in, but they definitely exist and they wreak havoc on the lives of some of the people who deal with them. From strange bedfellows like parasitic bed bugs to tricky invaders like mice, no one likes unwelcomed pests in their home, but some of these critters are downright dangerous. The fact is that there are some household pests that can leave you and all members of your household exposed to health risks. Read More …

The Unfortunate Struggle With Bed Bugs: What You Need To Do To Get Rid Of These Pests

14 January 2019
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Freaking out about spotting a bed bug in your home? It may have been crawling across the bed or on a wall in your room, and now you are feeling itchy, afraid, and unsure of what kind of problem you have in your home. Bed bugs are one of the worst types of pests to have in the home. They might not seem too problematic because they are so small. However, they are very problematic because they are good at hiding, and they will reproduce and lay tons of tiny eggs in different spots where they can go undetected. Read More …