Summer in Austin is a time for outdoor fun, from backyard barbecues to hiking in the Hill Country. However, the joy of the season can quickly be dampened by pesky mosquitoes. These blood-sucking insects are more than just a nuisance; they can also pose serious health risks. We, at BrockStar Pest Services, are here to [...]
Welcome to the heart of Texas, where the warm climate brings not only sunny days but also a buzzing battle between two common flying insects: crane flies and mosquitoes. As we enter the spring season, we often see the temperatures fluctuate from cold to warm and begin to see beautiful 80-degree days again. With this [...]
The arrival of October not only signals the changing colors of leaves and the cool, crisp air, but it also signifies the start of fall pest control season. As temperatures drop and pests seek shelter from the cold, your home can become their refuge. To ensure a pest-free and cozy autumn, it's crucial to take [...]
It’s time to start thinking about one of Texan’s most hated insects: fire ants. While cockroaches have the ick-factor, fire ants bring the heat — literally. Their bites are extremely painful, which earns them a spot as one of Austinites’ most reviled pests. After winter rains, the ant mounds pop up in spring as frequently [...]
The saying goes that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This adage rings true when it comes to pest management: Once an infestation has started, it’s difficult to control. Instead, preventative pest control can save time, money, and a whole lot of headaches. Read on for everything you need to know [...]
There’s an urban myth that cockroaches would survive a nuclear blast. Indeed, research suggests they can survive the radiation of an atomic apocalypse. They’re hardy and resilient insects. Once these creepy crawlies find their way into your home, it can seem like only a nuclear bomb will get them out. You’re probably already familiar with [...]
When a cockroach crawls out from a pile of clutter on an episode of the hit TV show “Hoarders,” everyone watching at home nods knowingly. We totally saw that cockroach coming, right? Because dirty homes have pests. There’s some truth to this. Dirty homes often have the makings of a pest problem. Homes with stacks [...]
Wasp nest removal does not sound like something you'll want to add to your "fall things" list. But as the Texas heat and warm weather linger, this means stinging insects are still out. Not only that, but this time of year wasp nests have also reached maximum size. The buzzing builders have worked all summer [...]
Termite infestation is likely the last thing on your mind these days. Throughout 2021, the real estate market has continued to skyrocket with demand across the United States. In the Austin, Texas area, the housing market has seen substantial growth with an influx of California residents looking to make the Lone Star state their home. [...]
Seeing Spider Man save the day in comics and movies might seem cool, but the first-hand experience with spiders can be much less so. From stumbling upon them when you least expect it to getting a web in the face, having these pests invade your home can be annoying and sometimes even dangerous. Not all [...]
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