7 Spider Myths Debunked October 30, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf Ask people what their biggest fears are, and chances are many of the answers will be spiders. But why are people so afraid of these eight-legged arachnids? Spiders are actually quite beneficial in many instances, and can even help you control your household pests. While people aren’t born afraid of spiders, the fear does developRead more
Earwigs – What You Need to Know October 21, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf If you’ve ever moved around boxes in the basement, lifted up a landscaping stone around your home, or emptied out a flower pot, you’ve probably seen an earwig wiggling away from you in a panic. If you’re like most people, you’ve probably recoiled at the sight of them, as well, because these little guys haveRead more
Black Widow Identification and Prevention October 9, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf The black widow: it’s what many people envision when they think of a dangerous spider. Here at Blue Sky, we often get calls from people who are concerned that they may have seen black widows in their homes, so we wanted to provide you with the tools you need to identify and prevent them. MaleRead more
Recluse Spiders in Arizona October 2, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf Chances are you’ve heard some horror stories about recluse spiders, particularly the brown recluse spider. People typically think that brown recluse bites can lead to terrible infection and disfigurement, and that they are a common and dangerous pest in the United States. While recluse spiders (which belong to the genus Loxosceles) are widespread across theRead more
Top Five Tips to Keep Pests from Returning September 24, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf If you’ve had us visit recently to take care of a pest problem at your home, you’re probably thinking it’s time to sit back, relax, and enjoy your bug-free space. But before you celebrate, remember that prevention is a big part of pest control. Check these five projects off your list to make sure theRead more
Scorpion Snacks September 18, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf The Arizona bark scorpion is a year-round pest in Arizona, and they are the most venomous scorpion in North America. In the fall and winter, once cooler temperatures arrive, they often seek relief from the weather inside homes. That’s why our scorpion treatments are so thorough – it’s important that we treat the full perimeterRead more
The Three Types of Arizona Termites September 12, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf Did you know that there are more than 2,700 named termite species in the world? Of those, about 45 species live in the United States, and 30 of those cause damage to wood and wood products, according to the University of Arizona. Here in Arizona, there are about 17 species of termites present, but onlyRead more
Beyond the Wood: Other Areas Where Termite Damage Can Occur September 5, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf Quick: think about termites. What’s the first image that comes to mind? You probably saw a termite colony happily munching away on the wood in your home. But did you know that there are many other areas where termites can do serious damage? We’ve outlined a few of the most common – and surprising –Read more
Found Your Dream Home? Make Sure it’s Termite-Free August 28, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf The real estate market in Arizona is rebounding, with home values increasing and more buyers on the lookout for new homes. If you’re looking for your perfect property – or you think you’ve found your dream home – make sure you do your research and make sure it’s termite-free. We often joke that there areRead more
The History of Bedbug Infestation in America August 20, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf Did you know that according to survey by the National Pest Management Association and the University of Kentucky calls to pest control companies regarding bed bugs have tripled in the past decade? There are many reasons for this resurgence, but we thought it would be interesting to figure out how these pint-sized pests got hereRead more
