Can Birds Really Do That? The Destructiveness of Birds
4 Destructive Powers of Pests on the Wing You don’t look at a flock flying overhead and picture property damage on the wing. Those warblers in the backyard sound sweet without a hint of harm to home or business. Our Arizona birds don’t intentionally hatch…
The Truth About Dealing With Rats
Avoid these risky rodent control errors! Roof rats invade numerous buildings in Nevada and Arizona. Norway rats occasionally do the same, but they remain rare in this part of the country. Both species can cause serious problems. They spread diseases, contaminate food, destroy insulation and spark fires…
Why Calling in a Termite Expert is a Home-Buying Necessity
It Pays to Get Expert Advice Identifying the presence of termites should be a top priority for home buyers. The enormous appetites of these tiny insects cause more than $5 billion annually in damage to property and can destroy the structural integrity of a house. Since the…
4 Tips for Avoiding Pantry Pests This Winter
How to Keep the Creepy Crawlies Out of Your Food! Wintertime has come to Arizona once again, bringing more tolerable temperatures and annoying insects to our area. It’s the time of year when pests invade kitchens and contaminate food. Meal moths and flour beetles are…
More Than Cute: Squirrels and The Damage They Cause
Know What Squirrels Can Do to Your Home Do a Google image search for “squirrel damage to homes” and you’ll find an array of nasty problems before your eyes. Doing damage ranging from mild to severe, a squirrel infestation is nothing to joke about. Yes,…
When Is My Home Most at Risk for a Termite Infestation?
Know When to Be Vigilant and Prepared According to the University of Arizona, termites are the “number one urban pest” in our fair state. These voracious pests can chew through the wood that supports our homes, destroying our walls and foundation. Although they’re a constant presence in…
The Major Difference Between DIY and Professional Pesticides
How to avoid risky “do it yourself” pest control methods When you see common Phoenix area pests such as ants and roaches around your home, it can be tempting to want to eliminate them yourself as quickly as possible. Scorpions, earwigs, rodents and termites may…
Winter Pest Control as a Preventative Measure
While winter temperatures in Phoenix and Tucson likely won’t reach critical lows, plenty of outdoor pests will still be making a pilgrimage indoors to escape the season’s chilly mornings and high winds. In contrast to the warmer summer months when bees and garden insects rule…
Common Bird Problems Inside the Home
How to Keep Winged Wildlife on the Other Side of the Window Outdoor spaces just aren’t the same without colorful, chirping birds that flutter and dance before our eyes. Unfortunately, birds have a troublesome habit of getting into indoor spaces that aren’t made for wild animals. The…
Mosquitoes: Annoying and Generally Pointless
Many people feel empathy for insects. They may refuse to kill or harm them. Some gentle souls even capture them humanely and take them outside to live happily in their natural habitat. It isn’t just an emotional act. They do so because insects help the…
6 Tick Myths That Could Be Undermining Your Safety
Big Myths About Ticks That You’ve Got to Stop Believing No one likes ticks, which is why so many folks opt for flea and tick treatment services. Unfortunately, a lot of homeowners aren’t getting all the help they need with these dangerous pests because they buy…
Do-It-Yourself Rodent Control Mistakes
Solving Rodent Problems Can Cause a Whole Lot of Others Few things are more disturbing than finding a live mouse, rat or other rodent inside your home, garage or outbuildings. Even if they’re just poking around in your lawn or garden, rodents are still unwelcome…
