Lawn and Pest Control Blogs

Missouri properties are susceptible to moderate-to-severe termite damage based on the Termite Infestation Probability (TIP) Zones, which help determine if an inspection or prevention is necessary to protect homes from termites. Because Missouri is located in TIP Zone #2, homeowners must take extra precautions to prevent termites from causing damage to their homes. Identifying an infestation, understanding when to expect a swarm, and having a strategy if termites are found in your home will save ...

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Getting rid of ants on your property can be one of the most stressful tasks as a homeowner. While there’s a myriad of do-it-yourself pest control solutions out there, the best solution would be to contact a professional for their opinion and treatment options using integrated pest management. Here are some of the popular ant pest control myths you shouldn’t believe: Myth #1: “Boiling Water Can Wipe Out an Entire Colony” Ant hills ...

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A pest-free home is a great way to start the new year. It should be a top priority when starting the year to maintain a healthy environment for your loved ones. This starts with home pest control. You can take preventative measures to keep pests and rodents out of your home. Continue reading this blog to discover some recommended pest-proofing tips and practices for your home to start this year. Clean Up the Kitchen After ...

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When the cold season starts to kick in, your vegetation and lawn weaken as the temperature drops to the freezing point. To be wintertime-ready, you must set up and conduct winter lawn care before the season starts. Provide Soil Nutrients and Moisture. The soil becomes dry and brittle during the winter. That is why keeping it moist and ready for the cold season is critical. Although plants do not require much water during this season ...

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During the winter, insects and animals scramble to find warm places to hide. Their desperate search for the perfect nesting ground frequently leads them to residential areas, inconveniencing homeowners. It is best to schedule your home for winter pest control for bugs, rats, rodents, and other critters before the chilly season begins. Winterizing your residence is the best option to prevent pests from coming to your place. Read this blog to learn some ways to ...

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As fall sets in and the temperature drops, many pests can become more rampant in your home. While some may serve a purpose within your property, like feeding on other pests, others can be harmful and need to be removed. For example, brown recluse extermination is necessary, as these types of spiders are venomous. Here is a helpful list of some common fall pests to look out for:   Wasps When fall comes, wasps start to ...

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Bed bugs can find their way onto your furniture, clothes, or belongings from anywhere outside of your home. They are easily transferable between people and places, which makes any home susceptible to infestation. An inspection should be scheduled at the first sighting of a bed bug or their bite to ensure the infestation does not continue to grow. If necessary, they may also proceed to eliminate bed bugs in your home. Still, some insects that ...

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Keeping your establishment clean and pest-free is crucial to its success; no one wants to see pests in their restaurant. The presence of insects and rodents in these places can lead to severe consequences, from damaged reputation to financial losses. Specifically, here are some of the reasons why restaurant pest control is essential: Pests Cause Health Hazards When pests are found in your restaurant, you will get low ratings on a safety inspection. This is ...

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Often, the first instinct of the modern homeowner when it comes to fixing issues around their house is to go online and search for a do-it-yourself solution. While you can mend and remedy most problems with a hands-on approach, one thing that's best left to the experts is termite control and management. Compared to rats and cockroaches, the wood-boring insects pose severe problems not only to you and your family but also to your ...

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Spiders are everyday pests in American households. The eight-legged creatures typically frequent bathrooms, attics, and basements, though they can also be prevalent in other parts of your home. While most types of house spiders are non-venomous, you should be wary of a few poisonous species. Knowing the common variations, like the brown recluse, will help you with spider identification and removal should you see one. Brown Recluse Within the Loxosceles species, the brown recluse holds ...

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Compared to other pests, ants are pretty harmless. Black ants, among the most common species, aren't aggressive enough to bite humans and are primarily preoccupied with gathering food for their colony. However, it doesn't change the fact that they are pests. Ants can be a major annoyance, especially when prevalent inside your home. The little creatures are also known to spread bacteria, which can become a health hazard if left unchecked. With these ...

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Springtime spells a fresh start for many things, including the growth of greenery in your yard. If you want to have a beautiful, well-groomed lawn by the summer, you'll best take good care of your landscape early. You can call spring lawn care services, but you can also take a DIY approach if you don't mind a little soil on your hands. Caring for your lawn in spring has its fair share of ...

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Spider Control: How To Get Rid of Brown Recluse Spiders in Your Home The brown recluse is among the deadliest spiders in America. It's no black widow, but its threat levels are still pretty high. One bite from this species poses serious health dangers to humans and the possibility of death to animals. This guide will help you detect signs of a brown recluse infestation. It includes preventative measures against the venomous insect, such ...

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Finding signs of a bed bug infestation at home is a nuisance, but seeing traces in the office can breed potential disaster. The presence of bloodsucking insects in the workplace can make employees uncomfortable. Plus, the worst-case scenario, tiny tick bites and red skin sores aside, is for the unwanted guests to hinder work productivity. If you decide to be proactive and look for bed bugs in the workplace, here are some tips to help ...

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Mice are attracted to sources of food and shelter. This is why the little rodents lurk in most houses. But every once in a while, you may notice mice running around—not at home—but inside your workplace. As your office is a professional space, the presence of vermin can disrupt the environment. Rodents skittering across work stations and the pantry also present a sanitary hazard to employees. If you want to know how to ...

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Wintertime is a season filled with holiday parties with family and friends. For humans, that is. Other wild creatures, such as rodents, scamper out in the cold while looking for food and shelter. Rats and raccoons, in particular, are on the hunt for warmth and edible scraps. And your well-decorated home is prime real estate for their freezing little paws. If four-legged pests have decided to camp inside your house or yard, there's no ...

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When you ponder about home maintenance, you think of cleaning, repairs, and installations. But imagine going out to your yard one day and finding a dead raccoon, an animal known to carry many infectious diseases. Do you know how to approach the situation? And do you know how to remove the animal carcass safely? Disposing of a deceased raccoon is not as easy as it sounds. You have to consider the health risks and use ...

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Spiders can be typically found in dark, damp, and cool places inside and outside your home. They can be spotted under your sinks, garages, and in basements. They breed during the fall months when the weather is cooler, and that’s when infestations occur. Getting Rid of Spiders The best way to control a spider infestation is to hire pest control experts for residential pest management services. But you can do some things on your ...

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Did all those changing seasons and backyard playtime with your kids beat up your lawn? Well, aeration is one of the ways of restoring it after all the stress it experienced. Without aeration, the nutrients from the air, fertilizer, and water might not reach the soil, leading to patches in your yard. Aeration is the process of puncturing the soil to help improve overall air circulation and nutrient penetration into the roots. This is called ...

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Mosquitoes and bed bugs are some of the most common insects that are found in households. Other than that, their bites appear similar. With these in hand, it’s crucial to recognize and distinguish the difference between their bites to know the proper treatment. To help give you a better differentiation, here are some of the things you need to know.  Mosquito Bites Mosquitoes are flying insects that feed on flower nectar and fruit juices ...

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