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Tuesday 5 April 2016

Bed Bug-Weary Clippers Change Oklahoma City Hotels

Fully aware of Cleveland guard Kyrie Irving's experience with bed bugs at the 105-year-old Skirvin Hilton last month, the Los Angeles Clippers booked the nearby Sheraton before their game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday, the LA Times reported... read more

Signs You Have a Cockroach Problem

Cockroaches are nocturnal insects that are adept at hiding in narrow areas, so it can be difficult to know if you have a cockroach problem. If you see one cockroach, there is a good chance that there are more hiding and multiplying within the walls of your home. Here are three things that indicate a cockroach problem.

1. Cockroach feces will be visible.

Small roaches will produce feces that look like coffee grounds or black pepper. Larger roaches will leave behind cylindrical droppings. They may be left in dark, moist places where roaches prefer to hide.

2. Unpleasant smells may be noticeable.

Some species of cockroaches have a distinct and unpleasant odor.  Even if you cannot smell an individual roach, their stink may be noticeable in an infestation. The insects will smell oily or musty, and the fragrance can be difficult to eliminate.

3. Bodies of dead cockroaches and egg cases can be found.

With an infestation roaches will leave behind evidence of their lifecycle, sometimes dying in visible places. They will also leave egg cases in less hidden places. They may be visible behind furniture or appliances.

Any one of these signs you have a cockroach problem should be addressed by professional pest control. Visit this website to learn more about cockroach control and rodent proofing in Mountain View.



Monday 4 April 2016

PCT Announces Virtual Bed Bug Conference

Bed bugs continue to keep phones ringing off the hook for pest control operators and this segment shows no signs of slowing down… read more

Top 3 Reasons to Remove Termites

Termites are undoutedly a nuscience, just like any other pest, but you may not realize just how much damage they can do to your home or your finances. Learn three reasons to take care of termites as soon as possible.

1. They Can Go Undetected for Years

When you finally do recognize the signs of termites, they might have been gnawing on your home for years. Yes, years. This means your home has sustained years of damage you’ll need to inspect and take care of once you’ve handled your termite problem. The longer you wait to remove termites, the more you’re likely to spend on repairing your home.

2. The More You Have, the Harder They Are to Get Rid Of

It’s true that it takes several years for termites to cause a building collapse, but the more termites you have, the more work it takes to take care of them. All of that extra work translates into extra cost.

3. They Eat More Than Wood

Termites might have a change in appetite and start eating away at your books, insulation, paper, cardboard, landscaping mulch and even your paper money. Don’t give termites a chance to eat you out of house and home before you take action.

Find out more about termite removal in Pinehurst by checking out this site.


Little Baby Bed Bugs

The good news is that these bed bugs will get bigger and be easier to see. The bad news is that’s how you know you’ve got a real problem. Hire an exterminator sooner than later. 

The Importance of Ridding Your House of Bed Bugs

Few things are more terrifying than discovering you have bed bugs. While bed bugs aren’t known to carry human diseases, they are known to cause disgust, frustration and financial woes when it comes to getting rid of them. If you suspect you have a bed bug infestation, you should know why to get rid of them as soon as possible.

Your Mental Health

When you have bed bugs, your home becomes a place of unease. You can’t sleep at night and you can’t concentrate on anything else until you know every last bed bug has been exterminated. This mental fatigue can take a toll on your health and your job performance.

You Can Get a Secondary Infection

Bed bugs don’t carry diseases, but they have been known to cause secondary infections if a person who’s bitten scratches at the bite. There have also been instances where a person exposed to the skin bed bugs leave behind has an anaphylactic or asthmatic reaction.

Property Value

If you plan on putting your home on the market, the presence of bed bugs can make it nearly impossible to sell. Even if you don’t disclose the presence of the pests, they may be discovered during an inspection.

Be sure to check out this site for more details about bed bug extermination in Pinehurst. 


Signs You Should Call a Pest Control Company

There are some pests problems you can take care of on your own and others that require the help of a professional. In either case, it’s best you leave nothing to chance. Know when you’re better off calling a trusted pest control company rather than leaving things to time or your own methods.

You Have Moisture Problems

Termites and cockroaches love dark and wet places, and you might not always know you have a moisture problem. Inspect your home in and out for signs of mildew, mold and moisture. If there’s rotted wood in your home or cockroaches skittering around areas of wetness in your home, get in touch with an exterminator ASAP.

You See Them During the Day

Cockroaches mainly appear during the night under cover of darkness. Should you ever see them during the day, chances are your pest problem is bigger than you realize. Properties that are older are likely to have pests and might require fumigation.

They Keep Coming Back

When you try to take care of bugs, mice and other pests on your own and they keep coming back, it’s time to bring in the big guns. Save yourself time, money and frustration and leave the job to the pros.

Be sure to check out this site the next time you’re in need of a professional pest control company in Lumberton.