Rodents are a common pest for homeowners in metro and rural Georgia. Not only can they decrease the value of a home but their droppings and bites can destroy your kidneys with bacteria or cause “rat-bite fever,” according to the CDC. So the question is asked, ‘what attracts these rodents to your home’? Here Any
No matter what the season, pests and wildlife need food and water to survive. With that being said, pests are attracted to our homes by several different things. One of those major things being food. Rodents like mice or rats will eat anything in sight and smell. Crawling insects like cockroaches and ants surely love
What happens to fleas in the winter? Fleas don’t hibernate or become inactive when the weather gets cold. They simply latch onto a host and make their way inside your warm home. With winters lately being warmer than average, it’s no surprise that fleas have become a bigger problem in recent winters. Fleas can pose
A flying squirrel infestation can pose many problems to home owners in Georgia. These squirrels are smaller than other squirrel species and can fit into small holes or cracks in any building. Once inside the building, they can cause serious damage to insulation, rafters and electrical wires. This is something home owners need to take
Pests are a nuisance. They destroy property, endanger people’s health, and cost a lot of money to eliminate. Pest infestations can cause even more trouble because it complicates the relationship between landlords and tenants. Dealing with pests in a rental property is never easy because determining who should be responsible can be a problem. Landlords
Beetles can be detrimental pests to homes and gardens because they feed on crops, natural and animal fibers, and feathers. As the weather gets colder, beetles of all kinds look for places to burrow and nest for the winter. Beetles crawl into cracks and crevices of rocks, trees and bark. They can find winter nesting
We tend to think of squirrels as cute, fuzzy, and generally harmless. However, squirrels can cause very serious problems for homeowners and can be a tough riddance. It’s important to learn signs of squirrels in your home to prevent a squirrel infestation in your attic or roof. Squirrel Control in Georgia Squirrels are one of
Some bugs get a bad rap from time to time. But what about an untruthful rap? Turns out, we’ve been hearing some false statements regarding bugs and pest control for years. For example, earwigs have always gotten an untruthful rap. Since ancient times, people believed earwigs crawled into people’s ears to lay eggs. This isn’t true!