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Learn about the various seasonal pests, DIY tips and tricks, and other useful things regarding pest control in the Baton Rouge area!

Pest of the Month: Spiders

With their eight legs and creepy movements, spiders are one of the most feared insects throughout the world. However, there are over 40,000 different species of spiders, and the vast majority of them are harmless.

September 3, 2019 · Read More

Ants, Ants, & More Ants

Ants become more active as the weather warms up, so you’re more likely to see them in the spring or summer.

August 21, 2019 · Read More

Pest of the Month: Crickets

Crickets are a type of insect which belongs to the family Orthoptera. There are over 900 different species of cricket, and they can be green, brown, black, or red in color. Crickets are usually no larger than one or two inches in length and are distinguishable by their easily-recognizable song, known as chirping.

August 5, 2019 · Read More

What Just Bit Me??

It’s finally summer! Which means spending more time outside with bothersome insects. Some are harmful and some aren’t, but how can you tell the difference?

July 26, 2019 · Read More

Pest of the Month: Fire Ants

Fire ants are a specific sub-species of ant that are known for their red exterior and painful bites. They aren't nearly as common as normal ants, but they are much more dangerous to humans and therefore are considered a more serious pest.

July 2, 2019 · Read More

Midges: What are they?

Midges are tiny flying bugs. Wet areas provide a breeding ground for midges who lay their eggs on the water’s surface. The hatched larvae clean up the water they live in by consuming organic debris.

June 21, 2019 · Read More

Pest of the Month: Gnats

Gnats are very small, but they can also be very annoying, particularly when they get inside a building. They look somewhat similar to mosquitoes, with two wings and antennae, but they are much smaller. Many species of gnats don't bite, but some do.

June 3, 2019 · Read More

Ways to Get Rid of Ticks

Ticks are frustrating little pests that are particularly common in humid environments. They can be found in both rural and urban areas and are particularly irritating to animals. If you have been struggling with ticks in your home and yard, there are some things you can do to get rid of them.

May 21, 2019 · Read More

Pest of the Month: Mosquitoes

For many people, mosquitoes are the most annoying part of the summer months. These little bugs like to live in damp, humid areas, often near bodies of standing water. While they are quite small, their bites can be very itchy and uncomfortable. Fortunately, there are ways you can prevent these little guys from getting in the way of your summer.

May 7, 2019 · Read More