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What is the Most Common Method of Pest Control?

Pest control is the science of effectively mitigating and controlling the behavior and reproduction of organisms that are considered harmful to humans. This is something that we have been dealing with for our entire history, as far back as trying to prevent insects...

How Often Should You Rat Proof Your Commercial Business

How Often Should You Rat Proof Your Commercial Business

Rat proofing is often the last thing on a business owner’s mind, but understanding why, when, and how to do it will save you time, money, and stress. Without proper pest control, many businesses can end up spending a fortune or even close down trying to handle an...

Gophers, Voles and Moles: What’s the Difference?

Gophers, Voles and Moles: What’s the Difference?

Moles, voles and gophers are all small burrowing rodents capable of doing great damage to your lawn, garden, trees and underground wiring and fixtures. This is especially true if the pests have invaded the ground underneath your home. Here, damage may go undetected...

How to Remove Rats from Your Home

How to Remove Rats from Your Home

Did you know that rats and other vermin represent a major health hazard when they are present in living spaces? If you’ve seen them in your house or noticed the tell-tale signs that they are around, it can be a frightening situation. However, it’s not something to...

Ultimate Guide for Rat Removal

Ultimate Guide for Rat Removal

Maybe you’ve seen them - a flash of gray or black darting in the corner of your vision. Other times, you can see the signs they leave behind, such as oily marks or droppings, or maybe you can hear them scratching and scurrying in the walls. One thing is for certain:...

Benefits of a Pest Control Service 

Benefits of a Pest Control Service 

It's annoying dealing with pesky bugs and rodents. You may consider a DIY project to tackle the vermin. However, it's a better idea to hire a professional to eliminate these pests from disrupting your house. Here are some benefits of using a pest control service.  Can...

How Rats Can Cause Electrical Fires

How Rats Can Cause Electrical Fires

Rats and mice are known as spreaders of disease, but there’s another reason you do not want them anywhere near your home. Rodent infestations are also a leading cause of house fires. Rodents are estimated to cause 20 to 25 percent of house fires of unknown cause in...

How to Get Rid of Roof Rats

How to Get Rid of Roof Rats

If you have been hearing scurrying noises in your ceiling, attics, or walls, you may have a roof rat infestation. This variety of rat nests above ground, rather than in a burrow. The peak activity time for roof rats is at dawn and dusk. When you hear roof rats moving...