Five Ways of Responsible Pest Control

Apr 16, 2014 | Blog, Pest Identification, Tips

Spring is here. That means new plants, longer, warmer days, and more outdoor pests. Thus, spring is a time to begin thinking about responsible pest control. While pesticides are sometimes essential and non-harmful in small quantities, excessive use of such chemicals...

Stowaway Insects

Apr 9, 2014 | Blog, Pest Identification, Tips

Your bags are packed, your passport is in hand, and your plane tickets are ready; you’re headed home after a long vacation. However, in addition to such personal items, you may also have some unwanted stowaways in your luggage. Invasive foreign insects may...

New Scientific Method to Stop Insects in Their Tracks

Apr 2, 2014 | Blog, Tips

Wouldn’t it be great if you could stop an insect infestation before it starts? Scientists may have found a way to do just that. They have recently discovered that altering a certain neuropeptide in the brain of common pests may reduce insect mating, thus...