by Admin | Dec 3, 2010 | Ants and Termites, bug proofing and prevention, pests in your home
Have you ever seen a small, black insect flying in your house and wondered: Is it is an ant? Could it be a termite? Can ants even fly? We’re here to tell you that ants can fly…and so can termites. In fact, the flying members of ant and termite colonies are the only...
by Admin | Dec 2, 2010 | Ants and Termites, Fleas and Ticks, Mosquitoes and Flies, pests in your home, Yard Pests
After a warm start to our winter here in the Miami Valley, we’ve certainly made up time with recent snow events and another visit from our friend, “Polar Vortex,” a few weeks ago. While enduring cold winter weather can be annoying, some would argue it’s better than...
by Admin | Dec 1, 2010 | Ants and Termites, pests in your home
The largest ant in Ohio—as well as the nation—can be found right here in our part of the state. Ohio is home to 13 different ant species, with carpenter ants being the largest. The biggest carpenter ants (winged queens) measure up to three-quarters of an inch....
by Admin | Nov 30, 2010 | pests in your home, Wild Animals
If you think Old Man Winter is enough to keep raccoons away, think again. During winter months, food sources become scarce, and weather becomes frigid, which can drive raccoons to seek food and shelter in human environments. Consequently, raccoon populations are...
by Admin | Nov 29, 2010 | pests in your home, Rodents, Wild Animals
Santa has come and gone, so if you’re still hearing the prancing and pawing of reindeer hooves on your rooftop, it is quite likely coming from some other four-legged (or flying) critter. Attics are a common place for pests to move into, especially during winter months...
by Admin | Nov 28, 2010 | bug proofing and prevention, pests in your home, Uncategorized
Winter typically provides much-needed relief from all the insects that plague us during warmer weather. So, you’d think pest control wouldn’t be necessary during winter, right? Wrong! As a matter of fact, winter can be one of the best times to provide pest control...
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