The History of Bedbug Infestation in America

August 20, 2013 - By:

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 here
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A Rainy Summer Gives Termites a Head Start in Arizona

August 8, 2013 - By:

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 to
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Rosie On The House Interviews Blue Sky Pest Control

July 15, 2013 - By:

Curtis and Cody of Blue Sky Pest Control were guests on the Rosie on the House radio program in May 2013. Transcript [Music background, laughter] Rosie: Ah, yes! A listening pleasures of fruits of the Rosie on the House Easter Labor. Very nicely done, Mike, who is actually out. The Jack Rabbit’s back in South
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The 5 Most Unique Cicada Recipes

May 27, 2013 - By:

As the East Coast prepares for the emergence of the Brood II Cicadas, we compiled a list of the Top 5 Unique Cicada recipes. In Arizona, cicadas emerge either annually or every other year, so we never see the cicada masses that the East Coast is currently anticipating. Arizona cicadas are generally associated with the
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Common Arizona Crickets

May 13, 2013 - By:

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 enjoy
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The Creepiest Bug Photos of All Time

May 10, 2013 - By:

It’s safe to say our technicians are into bugs. We find insects, spiders, and other creatures with more than 4 legs fascinating and beautiful. They are fun to look at, we just don’t want to find them in our bathtub. Our field technicians have probably seen just about everything and they take a lot of
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Top 5 Signs it’s Time to Call an Exterminator

May 8, 2013 - By:

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. Knowing
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Kid and Pet Friendly Pest Control

March 15, 2013 - By:

Many people are concerned about the safety of their children or pets when they employ a pest control company to exterminate or perform pest prevention treatments. At Blue Sky Pest Control, all of our services are pet and family friendly and environmentally safe. Here’s what you need to know about environmentally friendly pest control. In
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Phoenix Termite Control Tips [Video]

March 12, 2013 - By:

Transcript A common question we get is, “How worried should we be about termites here in Phoenix, Arizona?” Termites are very prevalent. We’re actually in a high termite pressure area. Because of that, all new homes and their builders are actually required to receive a termite treatment which protects the home against termites. That treatment
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