1. Outsmart Mosquitos

    As spring rapidly approaches, it looks like winter 2016-17 has been a bit of a dud. Yes, we saw a few flurries, but compared to past winters, there has been little accumulation and few days of deep freezing temperatures. We all know what that means: pests have not died off and will return with a ven…Read More

  2. Watch Out for Common Winter Pests! Part 1

    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

  3. How to Avoid Bedbugs on Vacation – Part 5

    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

  4. How to Avoid Bedbugs on Vacation – Part 3

    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

  5. How to Avoid Bedbugs on Vacation – Part 1

    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

  6. Let Us Help with Spring Cleaning! Part 2

    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

  7. Let Us Help with Spring Cleaning! Part 1

    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

  8. Watch Out for Winter Pests Part 2

    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

  9. Watch Out for Winter Pests Part 1

    Winter officially begins a mere month from now. The cold weather brings general relief from bugs and pests, but do not be deceived! Spiders, earwigs, and rodents are all looking for warm places to survive the winter. Do not let your home be their solution. In the next two blogs, we will discuss four…Read More

  10. Spot the Bedbug Infestation! Part 2

    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