Though flies are not directly dangerous, they still can be annoying pests in the summer and fall. They can also spoil food when they land on it and either lay eggs or contaminate it with their legs that are covered with germs. Need some new ideas about how to get rid of houseflies and keep […]
With warm weather already upon us, many of us are thinking about all the fun outdoor activities we want to do. However, as we head outdoors for the summer, it’s important to remember to protect ourselves from biting and stinging insects. At best, bug bites and stings are a nuisance, and at worst they can […]
There are so many people who are afraid of spiders. And, even if you are fearless in the face of them, no one wants to get bit by a venomous one and have painful and sometimes deadly complications. Spiders eat insects, so they are beneficial to keep around, but I’m sure we would all feel […]
Pest management. Pest control. Why do we say things like this? Who really has any interest in managing or controlling these arduous, awful creatures? Is it too far off to say that the bulk of humanity wants nothing to do with them and would be much pleased with the mass genocide of “pests”? I think […]
With the onset of the winter, we face the possibility of a stink bug infestation. Utah is home to nine species of stink bugs, and all of them earn their title: stink bugs have a tendency to spray a foul-smelling glandular odor whenever they’re disturbed. So getting rid of these little stinkers can be a […]
The world of insects may be ugly and creepy, but it’s pretty fascinating, too! Here are three frequently asked bug questions and the answers to them: Why do moths fly to light? Moths’ movement toward light is known as positive phototaxis. What’s the purpose of phototaxis? The most popular theory has to do with migration: […]
Many household pests will happily live in the countryside all summer while food is abundant and the weather is warm outside. However, as winter approaches, food becomes more scarce and the temperatures drop, leaving insects with two choices: either find a nice, warm place to hibernate with lots of food, or die in the snow. […]
Everyone needs a plan for controlling the pests in their home. Without one, your home will quickly become a cozy homestead to hordes of creepy-crawlies that you’d rather keep outside. No one wants that to happen so you need a company to which to turn to care for your pest control needs. But how do […]
