During the winter, when nature seems to have shut down for a few months, it can be easy to forget about the need for pest control. We don’t see flies, gnats, spiders, and wasps during winter, and it’s easy to forget about the pests that are quietly multiplying in the dark, damp corners of our …
Bed bugs are some of the most resilient pests to come in contact with people. They are small, tough, and able to go dormant almost indefinitely. This makes many chemical treatments ineffective because the bugs will just hibernate until the chemical expires. Even their eggs can remain dormant until it is safe for them to …
Loxosceles reclusa, or the brown recluse, is a dangerous spider. While they are not necessarily deadly, they can cause great pain and infection. Here is what to expect from a brown recluse. What Do Brown Recluse Eat? Brown recluse spiders eat other bugs. They are hunting spiders, and go out at night to find their …
The “Gateway City,” St. Louis, has a distinctive skyline and memorable culture. With a population of over 300,000, St. Louis is big enough to be fun, but small enough to make commuting easy. The city is home to some major corporations, such as Anheuser-Busch, Boeing Defense, Energizer, and Panera. But, it may be best known …
How do you keep pests away from your house? It seems to be an impossible task,especially if you live on the outskirts of Wentzville, and just about the time you think you have everything taken care of; you find a spider. Or a mouse. There are some sure-fire ways, though, to pest-proof your house and …
Crawling insects, like ants and termites, often venture far away from home in search of food. But flying insects, like wasps and hornets, are not like that. They hardly ever stray far from their nests. So, if you see one in your yard, there is probably a nest nearby. Knocking down the nest by yourself …
If your dog or cat seems a bit more listless than usual, there’s a good chance your pet has fleas. These tiny little pests almost literally suck the energy out of your pets. The problem can quickly get out of control. A female flea lays up to fifty eggs a day. So, where there are …
Back in the day, even cut-rate hotels and motels could easily get rid of bed bugs. An exterminator just came around once a month and drenched the rooms with Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane, or DDT. This powerful insecticide killed every bug it touched. It had roughly the same effect on pets and people. And, since the chemical was …
The traditional view is that these flying pests only thrive in hot and wet areas. But the latest research indicates otherwise. So, even if your back yard is dry and shady, you may deal with repeated mosquito infestations. Nevertheless, heat and water normally increase mosquito activity. But to effectively control these pests, it’s important to …
Psychologist Abraham Maslow said that people have seven basic survival needs: food, clothing, water, air, shelter, sleep, and safety. You may be inclined to add or subtract things. That’s between you and him. Whereas most people live between seventy and eighty years, most bugs only live three or four months. So, they do not have …
James Bond novelist Ian Fleming wrote that “once is happenstance, twice is coincidence, and thrice is enemy action.” In other words, it’s usually a bad idea to over-react to isolated bits of evidence. That attitude serves people pretty well in most areas of life, but not when it comes to rats, mice, and other rodents. …
ANTS! They’re in bathrooms crawling all over toothbrushes and sinks. They’re in kitchens crawling all over food, countertops, and any other exposed surfaces they can find. Ants are usually active around metro St. Louis in the spring, but they’re usually not THIS bad. Here’s why they’re SO active right now… Massive Amounts of RAIN Yes …
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PESTS THAT THRIVE IN THE WINTER When the weather cools off and the snow deepens, we usually have much more on our minds than household pests. We shovel the driveway, check the heat tape on plumbing, and make sure the pets’ water bowls are thawed. We either dread or anticipate snow-days, and enjoy our fireplaces. …
Pest Control for Fall Invaders As cold weather approaches, we will see an increase in certain pests in our houses. Pests, such as mice, roaches, spiders, and ants, will find a way to remain active once they get into your nice, cozy house. So, what kind of fall invaders can we expect? Spiders Some outdoor …
Fall Pest Prevention Tips for Missouri Homeowners Mice, stink bugs, spiders, and other fall pests in St. Louis are making their ways into homes across the state. As the weather cools, pests look for a nice, warm place to over-winter. The problem is that most of these pests can cause damage to your home and …
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The Bed Bug Outbreak Bed bugs are an invasive yet minute species. During WWII, they were brought to the U.S. by veterans and immigrants who carried them in their clothing, duffel bags, and luggage. Bed Bugs spread across the country in pandemic proportions. In those days, DDT was used to stop the infestation. Since then …
Fun Things to Do in St. Charles County St. Charles County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the country. It is an area rich in history and culture, with nationally recognized wineries and vineyards. It has two major interstate highways running right through it, so it’s easy to get there. So, why would you …
Pest Control Vs. Pest Exterminator Is there a difference between pest control and pest extermination? Technically, yes. If you practice pest control, you won’t keep the pest exterminator as busy. But there are other differences – differences that will be important for your health and safety. Kill Them All! Most people want to see dead …
Tips To Avoid Fleas This Summer Fleas are some of the deadliest bugs on the planet. The flea itself is not much to look at. At no more than 2 mm long, they are almost invisible. However, they and their favorite transportation – rats – were responsible for one of the greatest plagues in history. …