Dealing with an infestation of centipedes can be extremely frustrating. These pests are small, but have multiple legs and can be somewhat creepy to deal with. Many people that deal with centipede infestations aren’t aware of what attracts them to a home. Insects, like ants, are normally attracted to sugar and other substances. But not […]
Most American households contain the presence of multiple types of bugs and pests. However, most of these creatures are so good at staying hidden you may not even notice their presence. Most of these bugs are harmless, so there’s not much need for alarm. However, some forms are invasive and can negatively affect you and […]
A picnic outdoors or a camping trip can be a lot of fun—if you do not have to worry about insect bites. Bug bites can be irritating, itchy, and sometimes painful. It happens more during summer when the skin is exposed but can also occur during winter. Bed bugs, fleas, and spiders don’t take winter […]
Many homeowners believe that the first sign of a termite infestation is when they witness swarms of flying insects on their property. However, this is where it gets interesting. Not all swarming flyers are termites, as some of them are flying ants. There are both subtle and striking differences in their physical features of them. […]
Wasp stings are frequent, particularly in the spring and summer when individuals spend more time outside than usual. Although some people find them distressing, they have a speedy and painless recovery for the most part. Stingers are found on all three species of wasps, hornets, and bees. During stinging, a wasp’s stinger carries venom. Even […]
The earwig is a frequent and distinct household pest that has caused distress to many households for many years. Their name comes from their side-to-side body movement and an old myth of crawling in people’s ears. Earwigs are the ecological scavengers of the insect world, cleaning up dead and decaying plant life and insects in […]
You’re in the perfect place if you’re in doubt that your sweet abode has been infested by brown little monsters called bed bugs. They are a hassle and will cause you discomfort, but luckily they are not fatal. Sit tight throughout this article to find out everything you need to know to get them out […]
When you think about fleas, you can consider them an issue reserved for cats and dogs. Unfortunately, fleas can infest your house and use you as a host. This can lead to irritating and itchy bites, allergies, and sometimes dangerous infections. The easiest approach to get rid of fleas in your home is with immediate […]
Your first instinct when coming across an insect is to kill them, especially when you are squeamish around bugs. However, not all insects are bad. While there is some destructive creepy crawlies that need to be controlled, about 97% of all insect species are harmless. Some of these friendly bugs are quite beneficial, especially in […]
Living in urban areas has its perks, you have more job opportunities, more resources, easy access to departmental stores on your daily route, and so on. However, there are also some drawbacks when living in such fast-paced bustling cities. There is a common problem of rat and mice infestations, especially if the area is not […]