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Ant infestations are one of the most common pest problems around, and unfortunately, they’re also one of the easiest to overlook, at least at first.  They slip in through cracks, crawl along plumbing lines, and follow each other in perfect lines guided by trails set by their scouts. It might not seem like a big […]

Ants are one of the leading pests in households across America, especially in states like Nevada and Arizona. How each ant species behaves varies, however, from wood-destroying carpet ants to more unique invaders like sugar ants. If you suspect you have a sugar ant invasion starting, or want to better understand what these pests are, […]

Finding bugs in your food is one of the most unsettling pest problems, and it’s more common than you might think. Pantry pests aren’t just a result of a messy kitchen, as many infestations actually begin at the store or inside factory-sealed packaging. To make matters worse, in states with desert climates like Arizona, dry […]

Arizona’s dry climate can be tough on houseplants, and even tougher when pests move in. In an effort to keep plants hydrated, many homeowners end up overwatering, creating the perfect environment for insects like spider mites, fungus gnats, scale insects, and mealybugs. These pests thrive in moist soil, feed on weak plants, and can even […]

The hot, dry summers in Arizona and throughout the Southwest can be fierce, and as you head inside to enjoy a cold drink and a meal, bugs may be headed to your car in search of the same. Any pest that can infest your home can infest your car. The same sources of food, water, […]

The camel spider, also known as the wind scorpion, is not a camel, not a spider, and not a scorpion, either. This should be your first clue that these arachnids have a lot of myths and misconceptions surrounding them, and that’s what we’re going to be talking about today. We’ve heard all your burning questions […]

Mosquitoes in Arizona are a constant nuisance. They can quickly ruin any pool party or backyard barbecue by swarming in large numbers, often comprising dozens or even hundreds of individual pests. Unfortunately, your pool might be one of the biggest attractions for these bothersome insects.  They’re drawn to standing water, and even the cleanest pool […]

Anyone who’s lived in Arizona during the spring and summer months knows that walking home around sunset can be a challenge as hordes of mosquitoes buzz by and harass you from every direction.  Mosquitoes are an ever-present problem, but why are they so active in the evenings? Today, we’ll take a deep dive into mosquito […]

Why do birds make their homes in yours? From their perspective, your house, office, store, or restaurant is just another tree in a concrete forest. The ledges, rooftops, and awnings of human-made structures provide the perfect perching and nesting spots, giving pigeons everything they need—shelter, safety, and easy access to food. Unfortunately, once pigeons settle […]

You can see them congregating by the dozens on power lines, huddled on street corners, or even darting through subway stations far below ground. Pigeons are a fixture of city life, thriving in urban environments where food, shelter, and nesting spots are abundant. Safe to say, pigeons are everywhere. But just how much of a […]