Caitlin Walker
What's a Bug Barometer? Twice a year, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) issues the Bug Barometer™. The Bug Barometer helps pest professionals and their clients prepare for the oncoming seasons and know what kind of pests to look out for. The latest Bug Barometer predicted a quick … Read more about 3 Pests Predicted by NPMA’s Bug Barometer™ in Southeast
4 DIY Outdoor Games to Enjoy This Spring
Spring is just around the corner! With the cold weather moving out, all of us will want to get outside and enjoy the sun. There are a lot of ways to enjoy your lawn, but here are four other ways to keep the kids busy while soaking up the vitamin D! If you decide to play any of these games, post a … Read more about 4 DIY Outdoor Games to Enjoy This Spring
4 Smarter Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Home
Warm weather is almost here! This means bonfires, budding plants and spring cleaning. A lot of us have a routine for spring cleaning: vacuum, mop, wipe the windows, etc. But here's a list of spring cleaning tips you might forget about. Declutter The key to decluttering is to get rid of extra … Read more about 4 Smarter Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Home
5 Storage Tips to Preserve Your Fall Decorations
When October rolls around, thoughts of sitting by the fire place, warm drinks and pumpkin pie stir in our minds. There’s also the thought of decorating for Halloween and Thanksgiving, too! However, when you think about switching wardrobes and setting out previously stored fall décor, pests can … Read more about 5 Storage Tips to Preserve Your Fall Decorations
5 Tips to Safeguard Your Home from Wildlife
Even though October marks the onset of Fall, here in the south, it only really starts to get cold at the end of October. The onset of cold weather is when wildlife starts looking for shelter for the winter. They can get into your home through chimneys, cracks in siding and through crawlspaces. Some … Read more about 5 Tips to Safeguard Your Home from Wildlife
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
6 Ways You Can Avoid the Flu This Year
Flu season is upon us. This means body aches, vomiting, headaches, and all sorts of other symptoms that can cause us and our family members to become incapacitated. This year, a lot of people have been saying it's one of the worst years for the flu in a long time. Part of this reasoning is the … Read more about 6 Ways You Can Avoid the Flu This Year
7 Ways to Keep Pests Out of Your Dorm Room
It's dorm room shopping season! The most exciting part of shopping for dorm supplies are the new bed sets, outfitting your closet with college gear and meeting your new roomies. However, dorms can be a haven for pests because there is always plenty of food, shelter and water for them. Remember these … Read more about 7 Ways to Keep Pests Out of Your Dorm Room
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
Black Rats, Black Plague
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) sponsors several weeks throughout the year revolving around certain pests. By partnering with the NPMA, Gregory hopes to bring more public awareness to these pests and what we can do to prevent and protect against them. October 21-27 is Rodent … Read more about Black Rats, Black Plague
Burning Questions About Fire Ants Answered
In the Southeast, fire ants seem to be everywhere! They become more active during the warmer months and will start their food foraging missions in the spring, continuing into the early fall. Brief History of the Red Imported Fire Ant The Red Imported Fire Ant (RIFA) was brought to the US … Read more about Burning Questions About Fire Ants Answered
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
Did you find an opossum hole? You may have opossums!
Opossums, commonly known as possums, are a mammal you don’t want to get too close to. They can carry a myriad of diseases and host other pests such as fleas and ticks. They can also cause considerable damage to your home. They can weasel their way in by chewing and clawing through siding or … Read more about Did you find an opossum hole? You may have opossums!
Discovery of West Nile Virus Prompts Emergency Mosquito Treatment
West Nile Virus has become a very real issue in South Carolina. Under the state term contract, we have already responded to needs for emergency mosquito treatment in Anderson County, Union County and Rock Hill, but the virus has affected yet another person in Spartanburg. Our course of action … Read more about Discovery of West Nile Virus Prompts Emergency Mosquito Treatment