Asian Lady Beetles: What to Do About Infestations
In the early 1990s, Asian Lady Beetles (ladybugs) become widely popular when they started infesting homes and other structures within the United States. In most instances, these bugs are considered to be beneficial as they feed upon pests that detrimentally impact...
Fall Pest Guide: Box Elder Beetles (Part 5)
Box elder beetles are considered to be a common nuisance in the United States. These annoying pests are approximately a half inch in length. The insects are mostly black, but, do have red or reddish-colored lines on the back section of their bodies. These insects...
How Do I Know if I Have Bedbugs?
If there is a bedbug infestation in your home, it is in your best interest to find it as quickly as you are able. Failure to do so could result in the rapid spread and expansive growth of the infestation. As with any pest, it is far easier and less expensive to treat...
What Kinds of Cockroaches are in Indiana?
In Indiana, it is believed that there are 6 different types of cockroaches. The American Cockroach, Brown-Banded Cockroach, German Cockroach, Oriental Cockroach, Pennsylvania Wood Cockroach, and the Smokybrown Cockroach. The American Cockroach The largest roach...
Stored Product Pests – How They Get in and How to Get Rid of Them
Household pests have the capability of spreading and triggering various types of diseases and illnesses. Examples include vector-borne diseases such as Lyme disease, asthma, allergies, and diseases and infections that are microbial in nature. Furthermore, pests are...
10 Creative and Easy Methods for Pest-Proofing Your Home
According to over 90% of people in the United States, there is an immediate concern of discovering insects and other types of pests within the home. Most individuals indicate that if they discover just one spider, one cricket, one rodent, or one cockroach within the...
