Are Bed Bugs Dangerous?
Bed bugs are not generally considered to be dangerous, as they do not transmit diseases to humans. However, they can cause a number of problems for people who are infested with them. Bed bugs feed on the blood of humans and animals, and their bites can cause red, itchy welts on the skin. While bed […]
Tips to Keep Scorpions Out of Your Tucson Home
What Kind of Scorpions Live Around Tucson? There are several species of scorpions that are native to Arizona, including the Arizona bark scorpion, the stripedtail scorpion, and the giant hairy scorpion. The Arizona bark scorpion is the most venomous species of scorpion in North America and is commonly found throughout the state of Arizona. It […]
Keeping Mice Out of Your Home
Mice can be a pesky and potentially dangerous problem in the home. Not only do they chew on wires and cause damage to your property, but they can also carry diseases and contaminate your food. Thankfully, there are several steps you can take to keep mice out of your home and protect your family and […]
Do Bees Really Lose Their Stingers?
We’ve all heard the legend that once a bee stings you, it will lose its stinger and die. While that can be true in some species, many species of bees don’t even have stingers. Here in the Southwest, we will primarily encounter Africanized honeybees, carpenter bees, wasps, and hornets. The variety of bees that will […]
How Bad are Scorpion Stings?
Scorpions are insects in Tucson that elicit in most people a visceral response! We don’t want to be near them and we absolutely do not want them in our homes, which is why Scorpion Control is a big deal in this part of Southern Arizona. There are two species of scorpion that are typically found […]
How to Handle Fire Ants – Do Not Disturb!
Red imported fire ants are an invasive species found throughout the Southwest. Ant problems are a common issue that thousands of Tucson homeowners just like you face every year. Fire ants are particularly troublesome pests are known for inflicting multiple, excruciating stings. There is a short informative video below that can help you understand these […]
Do Bed Bugs Cause Disease?
What Exactly ARE Bed Bugs? Bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) are small, flat, parasitic insects that feed on people and animals while they sleep. Exclusively, what bed bugs eat is our blood. They are wingless, reddish-brown, and incredibly small – ranging from 1mm to 7mm. They are incredibly resilient, withstanding extreme temperatures, and can even live […]
Termite Tips for Your Home
Termites feed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Their preferred food source is found in wood and paper products. Here in Tucson, drywall is one of the best things on the menu. You can have ongoing termite damage occurring in your home for years that can go unnoticed if you are not looking […]
Be Aware of Bees In Your Area – Bee Attacks Are Still a Concern
A lot of us remember the days when reports of “Africanized Bees” filled the media. Even though the focus has dropped off, the reality today is that most of the bees we encounter on a daily basis are considered “Africanized”. This essentially means that they are potentially far more aggressive if they feel threatened. In […]
Family and Pet Friendly Pest Control
A common concern we get from homeowners is whether our pest control techniques are pet and family-friendly. We wanted to take a moment to reassure you that you can have both safe AND effective pest control at your home. Treatments for household insects both inside and outside are designed to be applied in pretty low […]