Whether you’re an agriculturist who wants his farm operations to go without a hitch or a simple homeowner looking out for the integrity of his garden, the fact remains that your property is vulnerable to pests. In 2011, a stinkbug epidemic caused around $37...
Bed bugs are unique pests. They’re wingless, yet they can be found anywhere in the world. Bed bugs infest homes, apartments, college dorms, and even luxury hotels. They thrive and hide in nooks, cracks, crannies, crevices, and clutter. In addition, you won’t see them...
The black and red cross pattern on the back of a box elder bug makes this insect easy to distinguish, and even more so when thousands swarm indoors seeking shelter from the winter cold. The invasion may look like the locust plague, but these critters are pretty...
Key Points: Rodent infestations in Utah increase during cold weather as pests seek warm shelter. Proper sanitation and home maintenance are crucial in preventing infestations. Key prevention tips include sealing entry points, removing food sources, and trimming...
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure is never more true than when it comes to pets. Some people love animals; others have a hard time tolerating them. There are those who love dogs, or anything furry, while others tend to invest in the creepy crawly. In the...
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. Black widows are among the few venomous spiders native to Utah Fortunately, a vast majority of...
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?”...
