As temperatures rise and outdoor activities increase, many homeowners in North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina find themselves wondering about the slithering neighbors that might be sharing their property. Understanding snake habitats is the first step in effective snake prevention and control. While snakes often trigger fear, they play important roles in our ecosystem – but that doesn't mean we want them taking up residence in our yards, gardens, or homes.
Even if you don’t love winter, it does offer a nice little break from our unofficial fifth season: Mosquito Season. Ahh, enjoy! But does cold weather really mean fewer bugs and creepy crawlies? Does it really kill pests?
People look for signs about everything. Whether it’s searching the stars for answers to questions about big decisions in life, reading horoscopes in the paper, or simply navigating roads and highways, we rely on signs to tell us where to go and what to do.
We also pay attention to signs something bad is going to happen. A bad sign could be the change in wind patterns that indicate a storm is rolling in, or noises your vehicle makes when it needs maintenance and attention. Good or bad, certain signs beckon us to pay attention and keep our guard up.
When it comes to pest infestations, many insects are tiny and difficult to see with the naked eye. Some hide in the darkest and deepest corners of your home for years and can go virtually unnoticed. However, even the sneakiest pests often provide signs of their presence.
More and more of us want to live more sustainable, environmentally-responsible lives, and this is a commendable goal! When it comes to pest control, what does this look like? Integrated pest management is an eco-conscious approach that uses our knowledge of pest life cycles, as well as their habits of interacting with their environment, to safely and effectively manage these problem populations. It minimizes environmental impact and the hazard to people and property. Want to learn more about IPM? You’re in luck.
The holiday season is finally here in the Carolinas and Virginia. Residents have waited through a long, difficult year to finally have an opportunity to rest and relax. While Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings may look different this year than they usually do, people are finding creative ways to make sure they get time together. At Rid-A-Bug, we are as excited as anyone for the holidays.
Some people think that pests go away during fall and winter, but that could not be further from the truth. Unfortunately, some pests actually wait until the weather cools before they invade your home. If you are hosting small groups of your friends and family, we want to help you have as few pests as possible.