If I Wake Up With Bug Bites, What Is That?
Waking up with itchy, red bites is no way to start your day. If you’ve been wondering what’s getting you at night, there’s one common answer: the bed bug. While they are annoying and can cause some discomfort, the team of pest control heroes at Clegg’s is well equipped in helping you take back your […]
How Did I Get Bed Bugs in My Couch?
Surprise fact: bed bugs aren’t relegated to living in just the bed! You can find them in a variety of soft spaces, including chairs and couches. If you’re wondering how they got there, these pesky critters can find their way into your home in a variety of ways. The first thing you should do is […]
How Do I Get Rid of Mosquitoes in My Basement?
If you’re fighting mosquitoes inside your home, we understand how frustrating it can be. Mosquitoes love being near sources of water, so basements make a great place for them to hang out. Considering North Carolina is susceptible to hurricanes during the active storm season as well as regular rainfall throughout the year, having mosquitoes in […]
Are Termites Edible?
Can you eat termites? Nature is full of surprises, and for us North Carolinians, we’re not accustomed to eating bugs on a regular basis. But surprisingly enough, there are several bugs that are totally edible and safe to consume. Termites happen to be one of them! Now comes the even weirder question… How do people […]
Why Are There Giant Spider Webs in My Trees?
If you’ve noticed giant webs in your trees, you’re not alone. They appear seemingly overnight and can be quite the eyesore in an otherwise beautiful yard! They look like giant spider webs, but these webs are actually caused by the fall webworm, which is a caterpillar that’s native to the Southeast. Appearing at the end […]
Why are there ants in my dishwasher?
Finding ants in the kitchen is an unwelcome surprise for any homeowner. What can come as an even worse surprise is finding them in your dishwasher! Part of what makes the dishwasher such an unexpected home for ants is that you would probably imagine that the whole-flooding-with-hot-water thing would make it an undesirable spot for […]
How long does it take for fruit flies to appear?
Anyone who enjoys keeping fresh fruit in their kitchen is likely all too familiar with the household scourge that is the fruit fly. These pests show up en masse and before you know it, you can go from one fly to a full scale infestation. Anyone who has ever left fruit out on the […]
Will Pest Control Treatment Stain my Carpet or Floor?
A very common question we get when our team arrives to perform general pest control treatment is: will pest control spray or treatment stain my carpet? We certainly understand where the concern comes from. Many of us are homeowners as well, and want to protect our floors and carpets from staining. However, the answer in […]
When do ticks come out in North Carolina?
When is tick season in North Carolina? If you live in NC and you spend any amount of time outside or in wooded areas, this question is on your mind come spring time. As temperatures rise, North Carolinians know that it is only a matter of time before tick-checks become a part of the daily […]
What is a Forest Tent Caterpillar?
Normally when we see a thick web in our windowsill or one of the trees in our yard, we immediately think of one thing: spiders! However, there are other types of insects that are notorious for creating enormous sacs or networks of thick webbing. It could very well be another creepy crawler that has become […]