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Pests That Live in Homes Year-Round

Pests That Live in Homes Year-Round. Four pictures. Tree with pink flowers in spring. Tree with green leaves in summer. Tree with orange leaves in fall. Snow-covered tree in winter.
Though summer is when pests are typically most active, some stick around throughout the year. We’ve made a list of pests that can be found in your home year-round.
Posted in Bed Bugs, Beetles, Cockroaches, Fruit Flies, Spiders

Most Common Fall Pests

Most Common Fall Pests. Border of orange, yellow, and brown leaves around a white background.
Fall is filled with orange leaves, pumpkin spice, and unfortunately bugs. We’ve made a list of the most common pests you could encounter this fall.
Posted in Asian Lady Beetles, Boxelder Bugs, Cluster Flies, Cockroaches, Spiders, Stink Bugs

How to Prevent Fall Pests

How to Prevent Fall Pests. Yellow, orange, and red leaves with Asian lady beetles on a white background.
Fall is filled with pumpkin spice and everything nice…except for bugs. We’ve made a list of things you can do to help keep fall pests out of your home.
Posted in Asian Lady Beetles, Boxelder Bugs, Cluster Flies, Cockroaches, Spiders, Stink Bugs

Average Lifespan of Common Household Bugs

Average Lifespan of Common Household Bugs. Close up of ant on a white background.
Bugs typically have shorter lifespans that vary between species. Check out the average lifespan of common household bugs.
Posted in Ants, Bed Bugs, Cockroaches, Flies, Silverfish, Spiders

Identifying Bug Bites

Identifying Bug Bites. Woman scratching mosquito bite on arm.
When you’re dealing with a bug bite, it’s important to know what pest bit you. We’ve compiled a list of common bugs known for their bite.  
Posted in Bed Bugs, Fleas, Mosquitoes, Spiders, Ticks

What Eats Mosquitoes?

What Eats Mosquitoes? Mosquitoes sitting on a man's arm.
Ever wonder what creatures eat mosquitoes? Get the facts about these mosquito eaters and if they really are a solution.
Posted in Ants, Dragonflies, Mosquitoes, Spiders

How the Weather Affects Bugs

How the Weather Affects Bugs. Close up of window with rain on the glass.
Since insects are cold-blooded, their body temperature reacts to their environment. Check out how different weather conditions affect bugs.
Posted in Ants, Bees, Butterflies, Cockroaches, Mosquitoes, Paper Wasps, Spiders, Wasps, Yellow Jackets

What is IPM?

What is IPM? Close up of someone typing on keyboard.
The principles of IPM are a great way to stop bugs in their tracks. We’ve broken down IPM and why it is a great solution for your pest problems.
Posted in Ants, Bed Bugs, Cockroaches, Fleas, Flies, Mosquitoes, Spiders, Ticks, Wasps, Yellow Jackets

Types of Spiders

Types of Spiders. Close up of hairy spider on a white background.
There are many types of spiders in the world and each has its own unique traits. We’ve made a list of common spiders that you could find hiding in your house.
Posted in Spiders

How to Keep Spiders Out of Your Home

How to Keep Spiders Out of Your Home. Close up of brown and yellow spider hanging on a spider web. Blurred trees and sky in background.
Our homes are filled with things that catch a spider’s eyes. We’ve made a list of ways to keep spiders from making themselves at home.    
Posted in Flies, Mosquitoes, Spiders

Where Are Bugs Hiding in Your Home?

Where Are Bugs Hiding in Your Home? Shoes sitting next to black welcome mat with Home on it. White door behind welcome mat.
Cockroaches, ants, spiders, bed bugs, etc. invade homes regularly. If you want to keep them out of your home, it helps to know why bugs come inside and where to look.
Posted in Ants, Bed Bugs, Cockroaches, Flour Beetles, Indian Meal Moths, Silverfish, Spiders

What Makes a Good Spider Repellent?

What Makes a Good Spider Repellent? Black spider with a red no sign. White background.
Need a good spider repellent? Maggie's Farm Spider & Insect Dust is an effective plant-based solution for spiders and insects of all kinds. Try it today!
Posted in Spiders
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