As the spring rains give way to the abundant sunshine and steady heat of mid- summer, wasp activity reaches its peak. Paper wasps build a simple nest consisting of one layer of open cells called “combs.” These nests typically hang suspended from horizontal surfaces that include but may not be limited to window ledges, shutters, […]
Subterranean Termites and Their Castes
There are four types of termites in the United States. Due to the harsh winter conditions, only one can survive in NW Indiana. The subterranean termites live within the soil and feed on cellulose based materials. Essential to the eco system, they become a problem when they start to forage into man made structures. They […]
Ticks
Ticks spend most of their life at or near ground level where they wait on a suitable host for the purpose of securing a blood meal. They will also climb and are commonly found in tall grasses, weeds, bushes, shrubs, firewood, logs, fenceposts and siding. They detect the presence of a vertebrate mammal through vibration, […]
Tiny Troublemakers: Solutions for Small Ant Infestations
While ants may be small, they can become a big nuisance when they invade our homes. These tiny insects are notorious for infiltrating kitchens, pantries, and even bedrooms in search of food and water. While their size may make them seem harmless, the sheer numbers in a colony can quickly turn a minor annoyance into […]
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The Battle of The Bedbugs-Tips and Prevention
Bedbugs are tiny, reddish-brown nocturnal pests, and have become a growing concern for homeowners and travelers alike. These blood sucking insects are notorious for causing discomfort and stress due to their ability to infest homes, hotels, and other dwellings. Throughout this blogpost, we will discuss their biology, signs of an infestation, and steps to prevent […]
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Carpenter Bees
In the spring of the year many homeowners begin to notice large furry bees with black and yellow coloring hovering and “bouncing” off of their wooden siding, overhangs and fences. These are female Carpenter Bees that have already mated and are in search of a suitable wooden surface to bore into for the purpose of […]
It’s Small Ant Season!
Of all the insects that are commonly noted in our area, few are more prevalent than the small pavement ant. They are subterranean (their colonies exist below ground) and they are widely dispersed in a variety of soil types throughout the Midwest. In the spring, fall and summer they can easily be seen outside in […]
Don’t let the Bedbugs Bite
“Sleep tight, don’t let the bedbugs bite.” A forgotten phrase that was once common place, now carries new meaning. Almost eliminated in the U.S. due to the widespread use of harsh chemical that are no longer EPA approved, Bedbugs have come back in force. Hopefully you will never have to share a bed with them, […]
Rodents
As temperatures start to decline Rodents, such as Mice, start looking for their Winter homes. Instead of using tools to build a mouse house, they move into attics and other low traffic areas within our homes. These areas allow rodents to move undetected until activity is noticed and a call to action is needed. Proper […]
Mild Winter Leads to More Insects
Ants, Wasps, Ticks and Termites have all survived the mild winter and are on the move early! Treating attics for Wasps, yards for Ticks and houses for Ants and Termites are almost unheard of at this time of the year, but with the temperature above freezing most of this winter, it has become part of […]
