Rid-a-Bug Exterminating Blog

Mosquitoes. They’re the surefire way to ruin a summer evening. Like your Uncle Al who uses your sofa like a (free) Airbnb or the neighbor who only shows up when you’re grilling up something juicy, mosquitoes are not exactly welcome, and they quickly become a big, buzzing nuisance.  How can you protect yourself from bites - and mosquito-borne disease - and have a much more enjoyable summer? 

No one wants pests invading their yards or home - but it’s far too easy to let them in inadvertently. If you’re dealing with winged, stinging, biting, scurrying, creeping, or crawling invaders, they may have been attracted by these 10 common factors. 

Ophidiophobia is the fear of snakes, and it’s estimated that approximately one-third of us suffers from it. Here in North Carolina, we wouldn’t call it a phobia, necessarily; rather, most of us have a healthy fear for these reptiles and understand the importance of keeping a safe distance. Venomous snakes can inflict painful damage and can trigger life-threatening emergencies. Knowing how to identify the venomous snakes in our own backyard (or hiking trails, fishing spots, etc.) is essential. 

The family of Linnie Roberts, our Rid-A-Bug founder, would like to honor his memory during May; the month of his death by announcing the following: