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
Behavior and Background of Africanized Honeybees April 30, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf In May 2013, when Tucson resident Steven Wallace Johnson failed to turn up to work on Monday morning after a weekend of hiking, his coworkers were naturally concerned and quickly notified the authorities. After a short search, his body was found, still in his rappelling gear on a mountain south of Tucson, Arizona. However, authoritiesRead 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
Keep Your Home Pest-Free in 2014 January 1, 2014 - By: Nathan Woolf January signals a fresh start – 2014 is here, and many of us are planning to work on some New Year’s resolutions. Whether it’s quitting a bad habit, or starting a good one, it’s a good time of year to take a look at our goals and get down to business. As a homeowner inRead 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
Don’t Host Pests as Holiday Guests December 11, 2013 - By: Nathan Woolf Ah, the holiday season in Arizona! Maybe it’s the lack of snow we usually see around this time of year, or our mild winters, but we sure do like to decorate and get extra festive around here. Since Christmas comes but once a year, our holiday decorations are stored for long periods of time inRead 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
