Pests don’t only affect the inside of your home. When you have pest infestations anywhere on your property, it can cause problems. There are several pests that create issues for your gardens, both vegetable and flower. However, it is important that when applying pesticide, you know what you are doing, or you are going to…
If you are like most people, seeing a wasp buzz near your head is sure to send you into a panic. Wasps carry with them a vicious sting and are incredibly aggressive. They are often one of the peskiest pests that people have to deal with during the summer months. This can lead many to…
The DIY route is tempting, and depending on the circumstances, can be a fun and rewarding way to while away a Saturday afternoon. That being said, there are several projects, including pest control, that are best left to the experts. Chemicals sold over the counter are less effective, and if mishandled, they can put you…
Just because you have spotted an insect or other pest in your home, it doesn’t mean that you have an infestation on your hands. If you stay on top of pest control maintenance, you usually won’t be dealing with an infestation in your home. However, there are times when pests can easily become an infestation…
German cockroaches are the most common species of cockroaches found in American homes and are renowned for their ability to spread disease and cause allergic reactions. German cockroaches have been known to distribute at least 33 different types of bacteria, six different parasites, and many other human pathogens! The experts at Effective Pest Services have…
Even though most of us do everything we can to keep pests out of our home, they seem to make their way in at times. At some point, most of us will deal with a pest infestation of some kind in or around our house. However, what most homeowners don’t realize is that there are…
For those of you that have kids, they are likely your pride and joy. There isn’t anything you wouldn’t do to make sure they feel safe and loved. Because safety is one of your top priorities as a parent, you may be asking yourself how safe pest control is for your children. In fact, some…
If you are like many households and have pets that are a big part of your family, you want to make sure they are safe at all times just like any other member of the family. Your pets rely on you for love, protection and care. Not taking them into consideration as you look into…
The thought of having any bugs take up residence in your home is unsettling. This is why many homeowners turn to pest professionals to help them keep any pest populations under control. When you start looking for the best pest control professionals, you will find that there are many different companies to choose from. There…
Pocket gophers are commonly referred to as gophers and are burrowing rodents. Gophers weigh about half a pound and are around 6-8 inches in length with a 1-2 inch tail. The males are larger than the females and can be double the weight. There are about 35 species of gophers that live in Central and…
