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Read More...One of the main reasons someone wants to try and fix their pest problem on their own is finances. In their mind, if they can buy a few products to try and get rid of the problem, it will save them money from hiring a professional. Sometimes this can be true! With that said, if your DIY jobs aren’t attacking your infestation at the root of the problem, you might end up spending more money trying out different solutions than you would have had you just called in a pro to begin with. Sometimes these methods eradicate only the immediate problem, where a professional would be looking for the root cause and attack the problem at its source.
Read More...Fleas are one of the most pesky of pests. Even if you don’t have pets of your own, your yard can still be susceptible. Fleas can live on wildlife around your home such as squirrels, rodents, racoons, and skunks. As animals travel, flea eggs will fall off of their hosts and onto the ground, where they will continue through their life stages until they are ready for a new host to feed on.
Read More...When the flies come into your home, it is often hard for them to find their way out! They fly toward the light of windows, but when the windows are closed, the flies can't escape. House flies can lay eggs inside your garbage can before you even know you have a problem. Because flies thrive in bacteria-ridden areas, they carry that bacteria with them when they land on your food. This can transmit diseases to you when you eat the infected food, including salmonella, E. coli and cholera.
Read More...You've heard the horror stories of bedbugs hitching a ride on someones luggage after traveling and all of a sudden they have an infestation on their hands they didn't see coming! We have a blog on how to avoid bedbugs while traveling that you can check out, but in this blog today we are going to focus on where they hide so you can know where to look.
Read More...There are so many things to check off of your list when looking to sell your home. All of the little details that need to be taken care of can add up, but one thing that should not be left off the list is pest control. At PestGuard we work with several realtors to ensure no surprises come up after the home has been listed.
Read More...Whether you're looking at crawlspace encapsulation because you have standing water under your home, have heard how it can reduce heating and cooling costs, or are concerned about negative effects of poor air quality, encapsulating your crawlspace will definitely increase your home's value. When you encapsulate your crawlspace, you are keeping out moisture which can help to prevent mold, wood rot, fungal growth and structural damage over time. On top of that, high levels of humidity can also lead to more pests invading your home. Encapsulation adds a protective layer against termites, which is always a good thing!
Read More...Many people tend to believe that they should “pause” their quarterly pest control in the winter. It is easy to think all has died off and we can pick back up in the spring. Well, as much as we wish this were true, its not. Just as we are seeking the warm shelter of our home, some critters and insects are too! In fact, some pests like cockroaches, pharaoh ants and spiders are more prominent in the winter months and search for warmth inside homes to ensure their survival. Rodents are also more of a problem in the colder months as they are trying to stay warm.
Read More...Coming over from Asia in the late 90’s, the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug made its entrance to North America. This season in South Carolina, we have seen more than ever before.
Read More...A common misconception is that you must have poor hygiene or cleaning habits if you end up with bed bugs in your home. We have been in some of the cleanest homes in the upstate that have fallen prey to bed bugs. We often ask our customers who have them if they had been on a trip recently, and more often than not, they have been! Bed bugs are often known as “hitch hikers” and can jump onto your luggage or clothing when traveling and follow you home.
Read More...There are so many things in competition for our money these days, it is important to think about how we want to spend it. So, the question in mind would be "is it really that necessary that I spend my money on quarterly pest control?"
Read More...December is upon us and that means all the decorating will soon be underway. Are you team "real" or team "fake" when it comes to your Christmas tree? Both can have their advantages and disadvantages and usually we stick with what we grew up with.
Read More...It may seem tempting to pause your pest control service as the colder months come along and you aren't seeing as many bugs around, but in the world of pest control - there is still a lot to do! Invasive pests and rodents want to be inside your warm home or business for the same reason you do. While some bugs are slowing down after summer, others are just getting started and are looking for a warm place to multiply and grow.
Read More...While bugs are not something we enjoy finding in our homes, they are usually not out to get you! They are looking for a warm shelter to spend the winter. The best way to keep them out would be to seal up any cracks or holes they could enter through, but this still may not keep your home 100 percent bug proof!
Read More...If you have recently noticed little moths or beetles in or around your pantry, chances are you may have some new critter friends enjoying your dried foods!
Pantry pests typically are not dangerous or poisonous, but you don’t want to allow an infestation to grow and contaminate your food.
The most common pests that invade the pantry are moths, small beetles, and weevils. They like to feed on dried grains, cereals, flour, beans, nuts and spices. They will most likely invade foods that are not sealed well, but can also chew their way into packages.