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Every year, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) sponsors Termite Awareness Week. They created this week to bring public awareness to the damage wood eating insects can cause, including flying termites. We are partnering with the NPMA to educate our customers and community on the … Read more about Termite Awareness Week: Termite Swarmers versus Flying Ants
How to Identify Three Types of Termites in South Carolina
Termites are some of the most destructive pests in the Southern United States. They burrow into the wood of homes and businesses, often unnoticed. Different types of termites behave in different ways, but all are capable of wreaking damage to your property. The National Pest Management … Read more about How to Identify Three Types of Termites in South Carolina
How to Keep Mosquitoes Away This Spring
Are you enjoying some extra time outside these days but have to cut it short due to fun-suckers like mosquitoes? March is typically the month when mosquitoes make their first appearances of the year here in the South, and they tend to stick around so long as the weather stays warm…and for the South, … Read more about How to Keep Mosquitoes Away This Spring
COVID-19 Message
To Our Customers: With the rise in Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in the United States, the safety of our customers and employees remains our highest priority. We are taking this evolving situation very seriously and have assigned a designated team to continue to monitor and provide guidance to … Read more about COVID-19 Message
Fun Facts about Fire Ants
Maybe you don't want to know very much about fire ants because they've got a bad reputation for their painful stings, but it's good to know your enemy, right? There are over 280 different species of fire ant Can be extremely aggressive and kill small animals They latch onto each other in … Read more about Fun Facts about Fire Ants
Bed Bugs–How Do You Know You Have Them?
Do you wake up in the morning with small red dots or welts in a straight line, zig-zag pattern or in clusters? Do your bed sheets have red or rust-colored dots on them? If you answered YES to these questions, then you may have bed bugs. Call Gregory Pest Solutions to get rid of them, for … Read more about Bed Bugs–How Do You Know You Have Them?
What fall pests am I at risk for when the weather cools?
Here in the Southeast, we're closing in on cooler weather and anticipating fall treats and cozy nights! However, pests are searching for a warm place inside, too. If given the chance, they'll make your home their winter hideaway until they can go outdoors again. When the temperature drops, rodents, … Read more about What fall pests am I at risk for when the weather cools?
Common Dorm Room Pests
It's about that time again! Back to school sales are starting, and you or your new college student are gearing up for classes. We know the learning hasn't started yet, but here are some quick bug tips you should know to help you out with potential dorm room pests. Bed Bugs Bed bugs are all over … Read more about Common Dorm Room Pests
Ants In Your Pantry?
Ants! Those pesky little bugs that are small but oh so numerous! They seem to come out of nowhere-- how do you get rid of them? Read on for some practical ways to get these pests out of your home. First things first, though. What’s in your home that’s so enticing to ants? … Read more about Ants In Your Pantry?
World Pest Day
It’s World Pest Day! Celebrate with us as we recognize how far the pest control industry and its employees have come! Fun Facts The first pesticide applications were made by the Sumerians (the same people who created the first written language and invented the wheel) by using … Read more about World Pest Day
Bed Bugs: A Brief History in the USA
Bed Bugs have long been a pest to humans. The earliest mention of bed bugs dates back to Ancient Egypt, but in the US, they really became a problem during the World Wars. Some of these bugs have adapted to become less susceptible to pesticides, so these insects can be difficult to get rid of. Bed … Read more about Bed Bugs: A Brief History in the USA
Protect Your Home and Pets from Ticks
As warmer weather comes to the south, ticks are coming out in full force! With our four legged friends running around outside, it's a big possibility they could come back with ticks. Here are some prevention tips that will help keep ticks off of your pets and out of your home. We also talk about … Read more about Protect Your Home and Pets from Ticks
Swarm of Bees Flying – Fight or Flight?
When you see a swarm of bees, the tendency for most of us is to be afraid and call a trustworthy pest control company to come and get rid of them...read on to consider how that may not be the best course of action. What is a Honey Bee swarm? A Honey Bee swarm is several hundreds of bees … Read more about Swarm of Bees Flying – Fight or Flight?
6 Spider Facts to Prep You for Spring
Did you know that spiders are cold-blooded? That means you'll start noticing them more as they come out of hiding to soak up the sun. To prep yourself for this event, take a look at these fun facts! They might teach you something about spiders and you may even grow to like them, or at the very least … Read more about 6 Spider Facts to Prep You for Spring