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
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
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
The History of Bedbug Infestation in America August 20, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf Did you know that according to a 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 gotRead more
A Rainy Summer Gives Termites a Head Start in Arizona August 8, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf While recent rains in Phoenix and the surrounding areas are giving us a break from the heat, they’re bringing some unwanted visitors, as well. The monsoon weather pattern has started a bit early this year, and so is termite season. Termites love moisture, and moist soil conditions also provide ideal conditions for swarming termites toRead more
Common Arizona Crickets May 13, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf Crickets are a common insect in the Phoenix valley. Arizona is home to three abundant species of crickets: The house cricket (Achetea domesticus), the Tropical House Cricket (Gryllodes supplicans) and the Field Cricket (Gryllus spp). Crickets are known for their loud chirping sound. Many people consider crickets to be a nuisance, while others actually enjoyRead more
Top 5 Signs it’s Time to Call an Exterminator May 8, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf Most Phoenix residents expect to have to call in a pest control expert at some point, but you may not know which pest problems require professional treatment and what you can handle on your own. Scorpions and termites are very common in the area. Unfortunately, many of Arizona’s most destructive pests are great hiders. KnowingRead more
