With summer slowly fading and autumn just around the corner, many Californians will be enjoying bonfires, campfires, and cozy fireplace blazes as the seasons change. But before you tear the tarp off your stash of cedar or reach for a plank of pine, take a moment to...
DNA and Deception: The Future of Pest Control
Whether it's a cloud of mosquitoes swarming through your neighborhood, an infestation of roaches, or a gaggle of assorted garden-loving pests, most homeowners have had to deal with insect invasions from time to time. And with the help of pest control experts, most...
Late Summer Pest Prevention
Even the sunniest California summer has to come to an end sometime, and while autumn in the Los Angeles area doesn't carry the sting it does to the north, the upcoming change in seasons still holds plenty of potential to give you a chill. Not because you'll be caught...
Super Pest: Why Are Roaches So Hard to Kill?
Do you ask yourself, why are roaches so hard to kill? Imagine a creature with the ability to scale nearly any surface, travel at top speed through the narrowest crevices, and withstand 900 times its body weight in compression. It might sound like something out of the...
No Fly Zone – Dealing with House Flies
Summer in California means outdoor fun. And whether you're out on a picnic, at the game, or simply bringing the outdoors in when you're entertaining at home, chances are you'll probably encounter one of the most pernicious and pesky pests ever to infest the Golden...
Unlikely Allies: Pests Helping Farmers
So how are pests helping farmers that might cause consternation at home become handy helpers to them? Like a lot of California homeowners, you probably spend a fair amount of time trying to keep invaders such as spiders and ladybugs from setting up camp in your home....
Choosing the Right Pest Control Company
Dealing with a pest infestation—whether its roaches, rats, ants, or even gophers—is one of the most frustrating experiences you can have as a homeowner. And if it turns out the company you've trusted to help you solve your pest problem is unqualified and unlicensed,...
Dealing with Spider Infestations
The fear of spider infestations is one of the most common phobias in the United States. People love to hate arachnids, and while not every species is dangerous (and some are even beneficial!), both the "ick" factor and (more serious) risk of bites usually provide...
3 Ways to Send Picnic Pests Packing
With warm, sunny days and plenty of gorgeous locations to visit, summertime is picnic time for many California families. But a lovely meal in nature's splendor can quickly become the stuff of nightmares if picnic pests come a-calling. That's why it pays to ready...
A Breakthrough in Fighting Invasive Ants
The California summer is in full swing, and while fun in the sun is on the minds of many folks, others will probably find themselves preoccupied with another summer tradition that is anything but fun: fighting invasive ants. We've talked about the best ways you can...
Every Season is Roach Season in California
The humble cockroach might be small and innocuous, but as every California homeowner knows, big problems hide within these small, winged packages; every season is roach season. Unlike many pests who have seasonal surges and ebbs, the cockroach is an all-season, 24/7...
Give Yourself a Clean Slate After an Infestation
Modern life can be full of stressful moments, and dealing with a rodent infestation certainly ranks high among them. So if you, like a lot of Angelenos, have ever dealt with rats or other pests invading your home, you know all too well the accompanying feeling of...
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