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 [...]
Our summertime backyards can be paradises: They have flowering plants and bushes, swimming pools, and even slip ‘n slides. They’re the sites of family dinners and neighborhood barbecues. But our backyards aren’t just human havens — they’re playgrounds for Texas mosquitos. Mosquitos can lay eggs in standing water, from your family’s pool to the dish [...]
One of the major misconceptions about pest control in Austin is that an over-the-counter spray is enough to get the job done. The reality is that over-the-counter sprays simply aren’t enough for successful extermination. Here’s why: They aren’t always safe. Over-the-counter sprays are often loaded with powerful chemicals and insecticides that simply aren’t safe, especially if [...]
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