Elimininating Fall Bugs
Football games, a little more rain and somewhat cooler temperatures mark the arrival of fall season. If you are like me, you welcome the cooler weather; however, bugs and rodents are looking for a warm place to hide for the winter. One fall bug in particular can cause a problem and it is commonly referred to as the stink bug. Your home is a great place for these creatures to find shelter and warmth from the coming cool weather. Hiring a pest control company is an excellent option in getting rid of this tiny critters. Stink bugs get their name from the overpowering odor they emit when they are stepped on or squashed. Originally from Asia, these fall bugs were first introduced into the United States in the latter 1990s in eastern Pennsylvania (that’s right – a little over 10 years ago.) These fall bugs have been migrating to other areas of the country and if you have not seen them in your area, you will soon. Once they move into your home, you will not notice them until they become active in spring when they will gather near windows and on walls seeking a way out. This particular bug multiplies very quickly and that is why it is spreading to other states at a rapid pace. According to research, female bugs can lay up to 240 eggs in one lifetime. This makes it very difficult to control without seeking professional pest control help. The best prevention for fall bugs such as the stink bug is to pest proof your home in the fall with the assistance of a...
How Can Humidity And Moisture Worsen Your Pest Problem At Home
Moisture, as well as humidity, provide the best settings for mosquitoes and pests to multiply. Wet and warm conditions are the favorite environments of pests like cockroaches, mosquitoes, crickets, earwigs, and so on to grow and survive. In warm weather conditions and with the boost in humidity following the rains, there is a good possibility that pests like mosquitoes will breed and infest a property. Each house has certain places that do not totally dry up and leave some level of moisture behind. There are some areas that have incorrect slopes where moisture have a tendency to accumulate. The rainy season also adds to the mosquito and pest issue in the house because it boosts the humidity level in the atmosphere. The rainwater accumulates and forms puddles in spots with the incorrect slope or in open containers and bins that may be lying around in your garden or yard, eventually creating water bodies that are stagnant. These are the best places where a pest infestation can begin since the majority of pests will lay their eggs and develop into larvae in these locations. They will then become adults in just a few days and spread the infestation immediately. Mosquitoes are commonly found breeding in trashcans, coolers, wet buckets, as well as recycling bins. These areas are usually neglected. Homeowners are asked to keep their recycling bins and trashcans dry by drilling some holes at the bottom so that the moisture will be drained immediately. Moisture can lead to humid setting, especially during the warmer months. Moist, humid, and hot weather are the primary reasons for pest infestations in gardens,...
Why Use Organic Pest Control
Because of the dangers from using pesticides, many homeowners are opting for organic pest control methods instead. Aside from putting you and your family’s health at risk, the chemicals present in the pesticides can pollute the air and harm the environment. At some point, it can also kill even the insects that help plants. The best thing about using organic products in controlling and managing pests is that they are free of any harmful chemicals and are as effective as pesticides. Plus, they are more affordable and are easily available than pesticides in the market. In fact, many of them can already be found inside our homes. Below are some considerations you may want to think about when using organic pest control products. • Organic methods are less harmful. Although traditional pest control methods are effective in killing harmful bugs and pests in the garden and around the house, they also kill helpful insects as well as negatively affecting plants and the health of the household members. This is why residential organic pest control methods are now being widely implemented. They are as effective as traditional pest control but are less harmful and safer to people, animals and the environment. • Caution and safety should still be practiced when using organic methods. According to experts, even though organic methods of Myrtle Beach pest control uses natural products and have been proven to be safer for humans, animals and the environment, caution should still be observed and implemented when using natural pest control products. When you buy organic products, it comes with instructions and precautions. Be sure to read and...