Pests are a problem year-round, no matter where you live! Those in urban areas and apartment buildings often have to keep away pests like mice and roaches. But even those homeowners that are miles away from anyone have pests to watch out for — termites, wasps, ants, and more. Statistically, you’re likely to see an increase in pests inside your home in the winter months. That’s because during the fall, many small critters begin to find their way indoors, where it’s warm and there’s food.
Seasonal allergies are a common struggle for many people, and they’re often set off by that lovely change in nature that causes the pollen count to rise. The allergens are usually things like pollen and grass. However, having a pest infestation could also trigger allergies in people with very similar effects and courses of treatment as seasonal allergies!
Are you looking forward to warmer weather and enjoying some time outdoors but concerned about being bugged by pesky critters? There are some steps you can take to help make your outdoor time more enjoyable and stay protected from pests.
When the warm weather starts, certain insects are bound to make their presence known. Bees and wasps do serve a purpose as pollinators so it's a good idea to prevent them with natural methods and by being proactive. Let's examine some ways to do this.
One of the most troublesome pests you can encounter is a tick. The bite from a tick is not only itchy but can also pass on diseases to humans and pets. Lyme disease and other infections are spread from ticks to their victims through a single bite. The best way to avoid risk is to avoid ticks so we've compiled a list of prevention tips.
There are quite a variety of pests that can disrupt your gardening plans. Some are merely a nuisance but others can destroy your plants and flowers. We've compiled a list of the top 4 so you know what to look out for and what to do about them if you see any.
The benefits of having indoor plants are almost endless. They clean the air and add gorgeous natural beauty to any room. Keeping plants indoors is a fun and exciting adventure. They do, however, tend to attract unwanted pests. Most pests seek warmth and moisture—and houseplants provide just that. Knowing what to look out for can help you spot an infestation before it destroys your plants.
Cockroaches are resilient and breed fast, often resulting in large infestations. Keeping a lookout for these pests and knowing what to look out for to spot a potential infestation before it gets out of hand is key. There are over 4,000 cockroach species in the world, but only about 30 of them live alongside humans in our habitats.
Here is our list and some interesting facts about the most common cockroach species that you might encounter.
Any spider, or any insect for that matter, can find their way indoors. Most of the time if a spider is discovered inside, it's no big deal. They actually can help control some of the more problematic pests and spiders aren't usually too intrusive. Finding venomous spiders indoors is a different story and could result in an unfortunate incident if a bite is inflicted.
Some of these species include:
Workplaces are commonly plagued with the potential for pest problems. Even though there isn't a lot of food storage or cooking that typically happens in offices, there's plenty of temptation for pests.