Blue Sky Turns Green—With Green Shield Certification August 27, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf When pests invade, it’s no longer necessary to subject your home, family and the environment to the harsh chemicals and toxic treatments of traditional pest control services, which often involved spraying pesticides and tenting the house. With new green methods, pest control treatments can make your home safer and pest-free, while causing no negative impactRead more
How to Keep Your Attic and Basement Bug Free August 21, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf You’ve finally decided to make your way to the attic. Your daughter no longer has a need for the books that enchanted her just a few years ago, and her bedroom is running out of space with her new teenage things. You push the dusty door open to hear what seems like a thousand creepyRead more
Arizona’s Infamous Pest: The Scorpion June 12, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf You’ve probably seen it before, scuttling across the ground with its arched, sharp tail hanging in the air. Quite possibly you have seen one or two of these pests in your own home and maybe in businesses as well. Scorpions are quite prevalent in Arizona; the University of Arizona has stated that at least 56Read more
Silverfish and Firebrats: A Tale of Two Pests May 30, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf “It was the best of pests, it was the worst of pests…” Ahem. No one wants insects invading their home, and silverfish and firebrats are two of the most common household pests in American homes today – and they’re two of the most commonly misidentified insects because they’re so similar to each other. Here areRead more
How to Deal With Silverfish May 21, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf Have you ever walked into your bathroom late at night, switched on the lights, and been surprised at a small insect squirming away to hide in the cracks behind your sink? Maybe it wiggled away in such a flash, you couldn’t even get a good look at it. Well, you probably just saw a silverfish.Read more
How Did Cockroaches Get Into My Home? March 20, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf Cockroaches are a very common pest, and they are found in most regions of the United States. Arizona is no exception! We have five common types of cockroaches here in Arizona, and they are all a little different, but they have one thing in common: you probably don’t want to see them around your house!Read more
Fun Facts about Earwigs February 5, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf The earwig, or pincher bug, is an insect that almost everyone is familiar with. Most people have moved a flower pot or piece of furniture to find an earwig hiding underneath, or discovered an earwig party while doing landscaping work. While they’re not dangerous to humans, most people find the sight of them disturbing orRead more
How to Prevent Centipedes January 17, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf Now that we’ve discussed the centipedes that are most common in Arizona, it’s time to learn about the most effective ways to prevent centipede infestation. While it’s true that centipedes can help control other pest populations (they like to dine on crickets, cockroaches, silverfish and other insects), it’s not a very comforting thought to replaceRead more
How-To: Safe DIY Pantry Pest Control December 18, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf The winter months have moved in, and while it rarely gets bone-chillingly cold here in Phoenix, most of us are spending more time indoors and tidying up our houses in preparation for holiday company. If you’re getting a little wintertime cleaning in, there is one place you won’t want to overlook: the pantry. Chances are,Read more
4 Common Pantry Pests to Watch Out For December 4, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf ‘Tis the season! December has rolled around and it’s time for holiday shopping, hanging the Christmas lights, and of course, baking lots of delicious holiday goodies. This Christmas, we want to help you keep your holiday treats pest-free by giving you a guide to the most common pantry pests to look for. Nothing can ruinRead more
