Mice are a common household pest that most homeowners will contend with at some point in their life – sometimes even repeatedly! Unfortunately, mice spell trouble for our homes for a couple different reasons. Mice are incredibly prolific breeders, multiplying seemingly by the day and therefore rarely a problem of a single mouse in the house....

Camel crickets are known by a number of different names, the most common of which being sprickets, cave crickets, and spider crickets. Despite the many names, all of these terms refer to the same insect: a curiously spider-like cricket that is often found in damp and dark areas of the home. Though camel crickets are fairly common, there is very...

Spider crickets are known by a number of different names, the most common of which being sprickets, cave crickets, and camel crickets. Despite the many names, all of these terms refer to the same insect: a curiously spider-like cricket that is often found in damp and dark areas of the home. Though spider crickets are fairly common, there is very...

Cave crickets are known by a number of different names, the most common of which being sprickets, camel crickets, and spider crickets. Despite the many names, all of these terms refer to the same insect: a curiously spider-like cricket that is often found in damp and dark areas of the home. Though cave crickets are fairly common, there is very...

Sprickets are known by a number of different names, the most common of which are spider crickets, cave crickets, and camel crickets. Despite the many names, all of these terms refer to the same insect: a curiously spider-like cricket that is often found in damp and dark areas of the home. Though sprickets are fairly common, there is very little...

Mice are common household pests for the typical homeowner, and as such, they are a major concern for homeowners. Prolific reproducers and capable of truly disastrous damage to homes, it’s not surprising that we encounter many questions about mice. Why do I have mice in my home? How can I keep mice out? What are some signs of a mouse infestation?...

Like most insects and bugs, the boxelder bug makes an appearance in the spring and hangs around until the temperatures begin to drop. This means that the summertime is the peak season for boxelders (outdoors), which may not come as a surprise to some. It may feel as if there are boxelders EVERYWHERE during the summer… trust us, it’s not just in...

It has been noted that this winter will likely see above-average precipitation amounts across much of the Midwest, including major cities such as Denver, Chicago, and Indianapolis. Many people might consider colder weather and heavy snow as a stopgap against pest presence, killing off invasive species. However, it is critical to remain vigilant...

Managing pests can seem like a primarily adult endeavor. After all, children aren’t often worried about property damage, home values, or environmentally friendly pest control at work or at school. However, pests can definitely impact kids and it’s important to provide at least a little pest education so children are prepared to approach pests...

Throughout 2014, Chicago was often on the news for reports of widespread bed bug infestations in everything from public transportation to office buildings to public institutions such as schools, libraries and movie theaters. Now, in a nationally published list, Chicago has received the dubious distinction of being listed as the country’s top bed...