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March is here; What Are You Doing to Prepare for the Bug Swarm?
You made it; you survived another Iowan winter. If it felt milder than normal, it’s because it was. Unfortunately, while a mild winter might be easier on us, it's easier on the insects, too. As temperatures begin to creep upward, so too will the bug population. Are...
How Iowa Pests Would Show Their Love on Valentine’s Day
Trust us, if there was something else to talk about in February other than the mating rituals of common household pests, we would. Yet, the days are still short, the weather is still miserable, and we’ve depleted our stock of Netflix binge material until the next...
The Odd Couple: Two Pests to Watch for in January
Two Horrifying Winter Pests We can’t think of two pests that could be any farther from each other. If compared however, these two pests are what keep us busy in January, when many things have tucked themselves away for the winter. It might horrify you to know, but...
Our New Years’ Resolution: To Give You a Pest-Free 2022
If there's one thing you can do for yourself in the coming new year, it's to resolve to live pest-free! We also resolve to help you with that problem. We thought we'd show you what we can do to keep your home pest-free this year as well as a couple of things to...
Do You Need to Worry About Pest Control in the Winter?
Winter Pest Control “Do I really need to worry about pest control in the winter?” We get asked this question a lot by customers. Notably, Iowa Winters are pretty barren when it comes to pests; not much of anything grows outdoors, as you know! That gives people the...
This “Most Terrifying” Insect Loves October
October is a spooky time. Fog hovers over the land from dusk to dawn like a ghostly apparition. Pumpkins gleam orange from their perches on your neighbors’ porches, mocking you with their toothy grins. And, of course, there’s that bump in the night you keep...
What Pests We Look for in September
September Pests You might notice that, as the weather cools, your backyard is suddenly much less of a bug-haven for things like mosquitos, and even the dreaded gnat. It’s true; many of the bugs that annoy us aren’t fond of cooler temperatures. However, that doesn't...
Fall Pest Control: Why It’s Incredibly Important
Fall Pest Prevention You would think Fall would signal the end to "bug season". As temperatures lower, the activity level of outside pests takes a nosedive. Finally, as the leaves begin to change color and the apple cider and pumpkin spice make their appearances,...
How Can You Flea-Proof Your Home?
Can you flea-proof your home? If you've already experienced this type of pest problem in the past, take a look at what you need to know about professional extermination and flea prevention. How Do Fleas Get in Your Home? To prevent an interior flea infestation, you...
Frequently Asked Questions About Silverfish
Silverfish have found ways to survive for hundreds of millions of years, predating even the dinosaurs. These tenacious insects can keep creating new generations as long as they find the right feeding and environment conditions in which to thrive. In many cases,...
