Silverfish are small, slender insects that are commonly found in homes and buildings. They feed on a variety of materials including paper, glue, and clothing, and can cause significant damage over time. In addition to the damage they cause, silverfish are also…
Generally there are three types of pest-management professionals: commercial pest control professionals, wildlife management professionals, and extension/cooperative offices. Pest Control Professionals When you have a pest problem that simply won’t go away, consult a pest control professional. These services, such as Terminix®…
Let’s answer the question How to Control Squirrels. Squirrels are among the most acrobatic members of the animal kingdom—which also makes them one of the most difficult animals to control. Most squirrels are only a nuisance, but some do structural damage, such…
Spiders enter a home for one of two reasons: they’re either looking for a place to stay for the winter, or they’re looking for food—namely, insects—in your home. If you notice more spiders during the fall months, it’s because they’re looking to…
As eaters of many pest species, snakes can be very helpful around the yard. Since most snakes find their way onto your property because they’re following food, a persistent snake problem may mean that there are other pests, such as mice, rats,…
Raccoons, opossums, and skunks are scavengers in both urban and nonurban settings. They are notorious for spilling garbage-can contents onto lawns and back alleys. They not only pose a sanitation problem but also can be disease vectors for rabies and can be…
As urban sprawl extends outward in the United States, more and more wildlife is becoming urbanized, adapting to concrete and housing. The rabbit is an excellent example of wildlife that has adapted to city life. It’s no longer uncommon to see rabbits…
In this article we are going to learn how to control mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are blood-feeding pests whose bites leave red, itchy bumps on the skin. They make prime vectors for infectious diseases such as encephalitis, West Nile virus, and malaria. Although these…
To control moles and gophers successfully, you first need to be able to tell the difference between them so you know what you’re dealing with. Differences Between Moles and Gophers Moles usually grow no larger than 8″, and their coats are dark…
In this article we are going to learn How to Control Mice. The house mouse and the field mouse are similar biologically, but the former has adapted to domestic settings, whereas the latter merely invades the home looking for food or nesting…
