Carpenter Ant Queen: How to Identify
Are you frustrated with a colony of carpenter ants? If you’ve nodded in a yes, then do not feel alone. Every year, many homeowners in some parts of the world are forced to encounter the damage caused by hundreds of carpenter ants. These ants are capable of excavating wood as they generally form a tunnel […]
Carpenter Ant Vs. Termite Damage
Carpenter ants and termites may look the same to the untrained eyes, but make no mistake: they are two separate insects, both capable of damaging your home. Both critters are small, oblong insects with wings. However, while Carpenter Ants and Termites boast somewhat similar physical characteristics, there are still important differences to know between the […]
How to Get Rid Of Tiny Black Ants in Your House?
It’s next to impossible to figure out with accuracy how many ants exist on Earth. Tiny black ants can be found in almost every part of the world. Though they are one of the smallest creatures present on Earth, they can be a huge benefit to some natural habitats. Ants play a significant role in […]
Fire Ant Queen: What to Look For
Does your home or business suffer from fire ants? The fire ant queen may be to blame! Fire ant colonies, like other insects, rely on a queen to lead and multiply the colony. The queen is an integral part of the life cycle of a colony, as she is the only ant capable of producing […]
How to Keep Labor Day Pest-Free
Labor Day is a great time to relax and spend time with family members. Backyard cookouts and games of cornhole are commonplace this time of year, as some of the most fun memories we can make with our families and friends take place during the summer. The last thing you want to deal during these […]
How Far Can Bed Bugs Travel?
If you have ever found yourself with the haunting infestation of bed bugs, you know the panic that can set in quicker than ever. Contrary to popular belief, even the cleanest of spaces can become infested with bed bugs, and no home or business is truly off-limits to these pests. These nimble and incredibly adaptable […]
Oriental Cockroach Guide: Identify, Locate, and Exterminate
Have you ever seen an oriental cockroach? Would you know if you had? The oriental cockroach, Blatta orientalis, is not thought to have originated in Asia, despite its name. Instead, it arose in Africa, and it’s one of 55 species of roaches in the United States. Oriental cockroaches like living in cool, damp places and […]
Smoky Brown Cockroach: How to Get Rid of This Pest
No one likes cockroaches. They have negative associations with filthy conditions and bacterial spread. Just seeing one of them can send chills down your spine and make you wonder if there are more. Unfortunately, you don’t have to wonder: if you see one, more are nearby. The smoky brown cockroach can be found in the […]
Baby Cockroach: What You Need to Know
Last updated June 2025 Baby roaches are more technically known as nymph cockroaches. If you see one of these newborn pests in your house, there’s most likely a nest nearby, which means you’re either in the middle of a roach infestation or one is about to begin. This guide shows you how to identify different […]
Cockroach Smell: Smelling and Repelling Roaches
Many people are curious about cockroaches and scent, especially if they’ve seen a roach or noticed a strange odor in their home. Specifically, worried homeowners and apartment dwellers often have questions like: Is there a specific cockroach smell these pests emit? On the flip side, what smells help drive them away?In this article, you’ll learn […]