Arachnophobia is one of the most common phobias—and for good reason. Not only do spiders often look terrifying, they can also bite and cause severe problems for humans. Fortunately, a vast majority of spider bites aren’t dangerous. In many cases, you won’t even notice that you were bitten—and, at most, you’ll experience some mild irritation […]
Temperatures are warming up again, which means that the bugs will soon be re-emerging from their chosen winter shelters. But as bugs once again begin to annoy you in your home, you may ask yourself: “How exactly do these creepy-crawlies get through the winter months?” The answer to that question varies depending on the species, […]
For all those that scream, stress or feel like their heart is going to explode whenever they see any small creature with multiple legs, it is possible you have entomophobia. Entomophobia is the fear of or aversion to all types of bugs. Most of us find this fear to be irrational. Bugs are a fraction […]
When bugs invade a home, they create a number of problems for homeowners. They can cause allergic reactions, spread diseases, damage the structure of your property, and generally create a nuisance. Once a few insects set up nest in your home, it’s vital that you get the problem taken care of as quickly as possible. […]
Have you ever been so infuriated at the sight of bugs that you want to not only explode their heads but yours too? Has a girl ever run out of your house because cockroaches were having their Olympic trials at the foot of your bed? If you answer yes to either of these questions then […]
Spiders may cause you to jump at the sight of them or make you feel uncomfortable living in your home. Unlike many pests though, spiders do not operate on a one way street. They understand you have things to get done during the day and cannot always take care of the pest problems you may […]
Think you have a rodent problem in your home? Mice and rats can damage your home and spread disease, so finding out that you have an infestation can be extremely stressful. Nevertheless, if you have any reason to suspect rodents in your home, it’s best to deal with the problem right away rather than hoping […]
Investing a little time in bug proofing your home will help cut down on housekeeping tasks and reduce your chances of a major bug infestation. A couple goals to keep in mind are to keep bugs from entering your home and to make your home as inhospitable as possible to the few that make it […]
