It can be extremely unsettling to see your healthy live oak trees suddenly stripped of all their leaves. When this happens, the culprit is often the California oakworm. Because the oakworm is a generally beneficial native species, it can be hard to tell when you need...
Citrus Pests
The citrus industry is huge here in California. Oranges, grapefruits and other citrus fruits are commonly grown as cash crops among small community farmers. This is vital to be cognizant of the potential dangers to these crops. We’re covering a few of the citrus...
American Rat Control’s Pest Spotlight: Roof Rat
It's always disconcerting when you suspect that there is a pest inside your home. The Roof Rat can infest houses and apartments in many warmer areas; they often find their way into California homes. Wondering if there are roof rats in your attic or walls? Read on to...
Summer Pests in California
Summer means barbeques, vacation and plenty of time to spend with family and friends. However, it also means summer pests. This is the time of year when even those who never see pests will see an influx of bugs and other bothersome creatures. Here in California, we...
What is the Vertebrate Pest Control Conference?
Almost every industry has some sort of conference or trade show which is vital to attend--for those who want to stay on the top of their game. The extermination industry is no different, as there are a number of pest control conferences in existence across the...
Invasive Species in California
An invasive species is a plant, animal, insect or other species that aren’t native, but that has been introduced by non-natural means. In addition, it would be a species that has been shown to have a tendency to spread in a way that may harm the environment or native...
5 Ways Pest Control Professionals Improve Our Lives
With everything you have going on with work, hobbies and your family, it can be easy to forget all the different people who work together to make YOUR life easier. One of those often-overlooked experts is your pest control pro. Have you really thought about what an...
Pest of the Month: The Mosquito
Mosquitoes are probably the world's most significant pest to humans, both as an economic detriment to businesses and to people. The primary reason for this is their potential for spreading diseases, although their biting behavior is also a nuisance by itself. Mosquito...
US Cities with the Worst Vermin Infestations
If you’ve ever dealt with a mouse or rat infestation, you may have wondered--is your problem the worst? Chances are, no. If you’re proactive and get help from a professional quickly, chances are your issue was just an inconvenience--not a disaster. If you really start...
Tips to Prevent Houseflies From Invading Your Home
Is there anything more annoying than a housefly buzzing around your home while you’re trying to cook, eat dinner or enjoy a relaxing evening with the family? While the occasional fly invader is unavoidable, there are a few simple steps you can take to make your home...
Pest of the Month: Black Rat
There are any number of pests, both of the rodent and insect variety that cause problems for California home and business owners. However, one of the most notable is the black rat--which is why we chose this creature for our “pest of the month" and share interesting...
Insect Superpowers You Need to Know About
Insects have some incredible abilities when compared to other animals, largely due to their small size. In relative terms, insects are generally much stronger and faster than larger species of animals. Some of the best predators in the world are also insects,...
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