What starts out as just seeing a passive-looking spider hanging out on your curtains can turn into an infestation seemingly overnight. When you have an infestation of spiders or any other pests, it can be tempting to try to address it yourself. This is a good way to start — you may be able to addr…Read More
As the weather gets cooler, many people welcome relief from bugs and other pests. Maryland winters are no joking matter, and they do tend to kill of a majority of insects off. However, there are smart insects and small pests that seek out the warmth of homes over the winter, which means you might en…Read More
We know summer has wrapped up, but if you find yourself traveling for school activities or simply to enjoy the fall colors, there are pests waiting to hitch a ride with you! If you've read our previous blogs, you know we're talking about bedbugs. Bedbugs are becoming more and more prevalent in the U…Read More
Summer may be winding down, but vacations are still going on! Fall is a popular time to travel, and because the bugs we're talking about don't come and go with the seasons, you need to be on your guard no matter what time of year you're traveling. Once bed bugs make their home with you, it takes pro…Read More
It's vacation season! Over 600 million trips will be taken this summer, and not all of them will be taken by people! Bed bugs travel all year, but they really get around in the summer. If you are taking a trip and staying in hotels this summer, the last thing you want is to bring bed bugs home with …Read More
Whether you love cleaning or not, sweeping way the dust and mess that builds up all winter is very satisfying. It makes you feel ready to dive into summer and fully enjoy it! But that's just one reason why spring cleaning is so important. Spring cleaning makes your home inhospitable to insects and o…Read More
Spring has arrived, and if you are planning on doing spring cleaning, we applaud you! Spring cleaning is one of the most effective ways to keep pests at bay, and we are here to help. In the next few blogs, we are going to share some important tips for cleaning in a way that protects your home from i…Read More
Our winter has been very mild this year, but it is important to remember that pests are still trying to hibernate and find shelter wherever possible. This includes your home. Whether our normal cold winter weather shows up or not, make sure you are being mindful of unwelcome visitors! In our last bl…Read More
Bed bugs are spreading in the United States. They are unique because they do not need filthy environments like fleas or lice. They simply go where the food is, and that food is you. They can go months without feeding and are extremely hardy. In our last blog, we discussed the two main ways to identi…Read More
Summer is a great time to travel. The roads are clear of snow, and it seems everyone is pursuing the adventure they dreamed up during the winter. People spend more time on public transportation and in hotels - and the risk of picking up an unwelcome travelers like bedbugs becomes very high. The good…Read More