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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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4 Useful Ways to Keep Roaches Away

Cockroaches are some of the most dangerous pests that can infest any home. They are known to spread all sorts of disease-causing bacteria, including salmonella. They can also cause allergy and asthma attacks to people who are sensitive to them.

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Pest of the Month: Wasps

Wasps are an irritating bug that is similar to a bee but is larger and typically much more aggressive. They often prey on other bugs and can actually be good for the life of certain plants. However, wasps have very painful stings. While there are many different species of wasps, they all have smooth, waxy bodies that are longer than the body of a bee.

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Pest of the Month: Mosquito Hawks

This month's pest of the month is one that is fairly harmless but can be quite annoying - the mosquito hawk.

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Common Pests Found in Your Home

Although you may not notice them, there are many different types of pests that like to live in your home. Once you start to notice them, they can become very irritating and even become a health risk.

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