While summer brings the warm, sunny weather that we all know and love, it also brings the potential for all kinds of pests to cause problems in and around your home. The good news is that there are some quick
Mosquitoes are common, flying insects that can be found in most parts of the world. These pesky, bloodsucking creatures are known not only for leaving itchy, uncomfortable bites but also for spreading dangerous viruses like West Nile and Zika. These
“Wasp” is a broad term for a class of stinging insects with over 30,000 individual species. Because there are so many different wasp species, it’s impossible to generalize their behavior and characteristics; however, for this article, we’ll talk about some
Fruit flies are common pests in homes and businesses that are often found around fruit, vegetables, sugary drinks, garbage, and other organic materials. Fruit flies have a similar look to the common house fly, but they are much smaller; typically
Eastern subterranean termites thrive in warm, moist environments, making Louisiana the perfect habitat for them. Eastern subterranean termites swarming season typically occurs from late March through July, meaning that right around now (March 27th, currently) is a good time to
Fleas are small, flightless insects that are external parasites, meaning they live off the blood they suck from humans and animals. When fleas bite, they leave itchy red bumps on the skin and can spread diseases. If you have noticed
Ticks are arachnids (although commonly mistaken for insects) that feed on the blood of humans, pets, and wildlife. Ticks pose a threat to you and your pets because some of them carry harmful diseases. In this article, we’ll talk about
Regular pest inspections are an essential part of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for your business! Whether you own a restaurant, retail store, office building, or any other kind of business, pests can seriously threaten your operations and reputation.
Stink bugs and boxelder bugs are two common pests that commonly cause problems when they enter homes during the colder seasons in search of warmth & shelter. While these two types of bugs are totally different species, they are sometimes
Almost everybody has seen a cockroach at one time or another. These insects are typically about 1.5 inches long and have black or brown oval shaped bodies with long antennae. Cockroaches are scavenger insects, meaning that they will eat pretty
