Pavement Ants
“Pavement Ants Be Gone: A Pest Control Expert’s Guide to Effective Control and Treatments” Introduction: Pavement ants (often called slab ants) are a common nuisance in many parts of the country, particularly in Michigan. These pesky critters can infiltrate your home through even the tiniest cracks in your foundation. Pavement ants nest approximately 12”-18” […]
Mice
How Mice Seek Shelter in Winter: Environmental Systems Pest Control Guide As the cold Michigan winter sets in, many of us look forward to cozying up indoors, but there’s another group seeking shelter—mice! When temperatures drop and food becomes scarce, mice in Michigan seek warmth, food, and safety inside our homes. Unfortunately, this often leads […]
Yellow Jackets and Wasps
The Buzz on Bees, Yellow Jackets, and Wasps: Understanding the Differences As the summer months approach, many of us will be spending more time outdoors, enjoying the warm weather and sunshine. However, this also means we’ll be sharing our space with some unwanted visitors: bees, yellow jackets, and wasps. While often mistaken for one another, […]
Mosquito Control
The power of Integrated Mosquito Management: A Comprehensive approach to Mosquito control. Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance – they’re a public health threat. With the rise of mosquito-borne diseases like Zika, dengue, and chikungunya, it’s crucial to take a proactive approach to mosquito control. In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of […]
Insects in the Summer
Summer’s Uninvited Guests: A Guide to Insects in the SummerAs the sun shines brighter and temperatures soar, summer arrives with a buzz – literally! Insects like mosquitoes, bees, and butterflies come out to play, some welcomed, others not so much. In this post, we’ll explore the world of insects in the summer, their benefits, and […]
Wasp Removal
A homeowners guide to Wasps Technically, Paper Wasps, Yellow Jackets and Hornets are Wasps. These insects are cold blooded and are in the same biological family as ants. This is important to remember, as they will become more active as the temperature rises. They are social insects that build aerial nests of a paper-like material […]
Tick Control
According to the CDC, Lyme Disease is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States. It is transmitted through the bite of the blacklegged tick. The presence of the Blacklegged tick in Michigan is growing. In fact, based on 2021 data, 77 of Michigan’s 83 counties have a known risk for Lyme disease, or […]
Mosquito Control
There are more than 3000 species of mosquitos worldwide with about 150 species in the United States. In Michigan we have approximately 60 species. Mosquitos have four distinct stages of development; egg, larvae, pupae and adult. Because of their development life cycle, treatments for mosquitos must address all four stages. Mosquitos are cold blooded insects. […]
Seasonal Blog: ‘Carpenter Ants’
Spring is finally here and that means unwanted insects such as carpenter ants, earwigs, and pillbugs will be invading our homes. Call us today for your Spring Preventative treatment. Our certified technicians will inspect your home and provide the appropriate treatment. We offer senior and military discounts as well as first time customers. Call us! […]
Carpenter Ant Control For Spring
The weather is heating up again, which means there are a bunch of animals and critters reemerging for the first time this year. Unfortunately, this includes insects like carpenter ants. If you don’t treat these ants in a timely manner, carpenter ants can cause substantial damage to your home. Identifying Carpenter Ants These ants are […]