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Since the days of the Black Plague rats have featured as villains in the stories of life. Fairy-tales bring us armies of pests danced away by a heroic piper. Favorite movies through the ages portray large rodents attacking heroines in swamps rats scheming below a city of beleaguered mice and a shifty man-turned-rat who betrays the hero to an evil wizard.Rats are not portrayed as villains in fiction alone however. Although books and movies have done a poor public relations turn for these rodents the species has brought most of the trouble on itself. Natural lurkers these dark little Read more »

Many people grew up hearing the quote good night sleep tight dont let the bedbugs bite unfortunately this childhood quote has become a reality for many. Bed bugs do not imply that a home is unclean nor are the individuals who find they are infested with them unclean. It is not uncommon for someone with bed bugs to have an infestation for several months before realizing what the bites on their body are from. Bed bugs can be brought into the home through clothing luggage and/or used furniture without someones knowledge until there is an overwhelming infestation of the Read more »

The cockroach has earned its place in the popular consciousness of the Western world. It is an indicator of filth and squalor and is infamous for its resilience. It is common knowledge that even a nuclear blast cannot kill it. Although cockroaches may not be destroyed by radiation however there is some good news if you are dealing with an infestation. Unbelievably it is possible to get rid of this insect for good.The most important part of dealing with a cockroach infestation is to act quickly. These pests begin to multiply as soon as they enter your home and Read more »

Ants are among the most bothersome pests and ways to get rid of ants are constantly being sought out to take care of infestations. These tiny insects usually invade homes for two reasons either to find food or seek shelter. Understanding the social structures of ants is key to successfully eliminating their infestations.Ants live in colonies which are comprised of short life males sterile females known as workers and one egg laying female referred to as the queen. Worker ants are those that invade homes and they emit a chemical scent on surfaces that leads the way to food Read more »

Everyone has had to deal with unwelcome visitors of the insect variety at one time or another. Finding pest control solutions that are non-toxic and still effective has been difficult up until recently. A new awareness and focus on the environment has brought this problem to light and as a result created many options.For the longest time pesticides have been the most common way to get rid of pests. Unfortunately pesticides are chemical in nature and can be extremely toxic. Not only do these chemicals wipe out the helpful species of insects along with the bad but they can Read more »

The children are begging for a pet but you live in an apartment complex not only that but you are at work all day and the kids are at school. After a little consideration you have decided that it will be you who will wind up walking the dog or cleaning the cat box. Pets you decide do not really sound like a very good idea for anyone except the kids. There is a good solution when you need low maintenance pets which will fit into a small home. Domestic pet mice are fun inexpensive very low maintenance and can Read more »

The fly exists almost all around the world flying and buzzing over garbage and rotten foods and meats. Flies are known to be carriers of disease as they fly and land to and from different surfaces. Various fields are finding interesting uses for these intriguing pests as well as more natural ways of controlling their numbers. Flies have a nasty reputation. When people think of these tiny winged insects or their wriggling offspring it conjures up images of rotting garbage meat or even dung. They invade and multiply in the crevices of the vilest items on earth. As the insects Read more »

Most people dealing with infestations will find that there are a number of pest control products on the market. It can be difficult to know which is the most effective. If you have a pest problem there are a number of things you can do to make the decision easier.The first step to finding the right pest control products is identifying what kind of pest you are dealing with. While this may sound easy many infestations go improperly diagnosed because people do not know what to check for. Seeing the tail end of a rodent disappearing behind the refrigerator Read more »

“Bed bugs have been the bane of humans for thousands of years robbing people of restful sleep and leaving them with itching bite marks. The use of DDT in the 1940s brought the bed bug population to a halt in the developed world but recently there has been a resurgence of this persistent parasite. Some speculate that this is due to the increase in international travel though for whatever reason these pests are back.Bedbugs are small reddish-brown parasitic insects. There are many species of them and all species exist on the blood of warm-blooded animals though they tend to Read more »

Ants can be some of the peskiest creatures to handle in residential properties. Many homeowners suffer from an influx of ants both in their yards and inside their homes. Ants multiply quickly and unless steps are taken promptly to get rid of them you may have a full-fledged infestation within a short amount of time. Yard ants very easily converge into home ants in their quest for food wreaking havoc in your kitchen. To prevent this problem from escalating in your home it is best to seek measures of control sooner than later while the ants are still small enough Read more »