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...
Fall Pest Guide: Crickets (Part 4)
Thank you for reading the third installment of our series, “Fall Pest Guide”. In the past few weeks, you have been introduced to a wide array of pests that commonly become a nuisance to humans during the fall months. These include spiders, mice, and stink bugs. This...
Fall Pest Guide: Stink Bugs (Part 3)
Now that fall is in full-swing, many are starting to notice a wide array of creatures, insects, and pests. While the trees are lined with colorful displays of the crisp, cool season, many lawns and homes are becoming lined with pests and becoming a nuisance to humans....
Fall Pest Guide: Mice (Part 2)
We all enjoy the fall months. The season comes with a variety of changes that are highly appealing to the senses. Examples include displays of beautiful colors in the scenery, and cooler air. As mentioned in Part 1 of our series last week, “Fall Pest Guide: Spiders”,...
Fall Pest Guide: Spiders
Fall is considered to be a favorite season among most. It signals the start of cool, crisp air, the transition of leaves from green hues to colorful red, orange, yellow, brown, and purple varieties, and fun-filled gatherings surrounding football season, Halloween, and...
Millipedes and Centipedes
Millipedes and centipedes, contrary to popular belief, are not insects due to the fact that they possess more than six legs. However, they are considered to be invertebrates and are closely related to insects. When living outdoors, these creatures are considered to be...
Earwigs – The Most Common Pest in Home Gardens
When it comes to common pests in home gardens, earwigs are ranked as the most common. According to pest control professionals, these creatures have the ability to completely devastate small vegetables, soft fruits, corn silks, and annual flowers; however, the insects...
Cockroaches Are Highly Detrimental to the Health of Humans
Throughout history, humans have made attempts to control cockroach populations due to the fact that the pests were considered to be highly offensive. These creatures are known to leave behind less-than-favorable smells, debris from their bodies, and cause numerous...
The Dangers of Bed Bugs
According to medical professionals, scientists, and even pest control professionals, there are many potential dangers of bed bugs. These insects are very small, flat, and extremely parasitic. They feed only on the blood of humans and animals. The insects are typically...
Heat Treatment for Bed Bugs Now Offered in Richmond Area
In recent years, bed bugs have become increasingly prevalent in the Richmond region. These types of insects are considered to be incredibly difficult to control because of the fact that they hide in locations that are not easily accessible. Furthermore, today’s...
Crane Flies – A Comprehensive Guide
Crane flies are a type of insect that resemble exceptionally large mosquitoes. These flies have very slender bodies and legs that look very similar to stilts. The legs are considered to be deciduous, meaning that they are easily capable of falling off of the insect...
Silverfish – Active Pest Control Measures for Homeowners
If you are a homeowner that is battling an invasion of silverfish, you will be pleased to know that there are several active pest control measures that you may take in order to eliminate these pesky creatures from your residence. Silverfish are insects that are white...