Pest Advice Blog

Bed bugs are like a terrible trend. Save for a few random incidences, they will all but disappear for years and then resurface with a vengeance once most people have all but forgotten that they once terrorized the landscape. Though this may seem …

Though restaurant owners don’t typically worry much about picking up a bed bug infestation, having one can shut your business down, leaving you in financial peril. Since there’s no way to cheaply perform a removal yourself, you should always be …

Can you get rid of bed bugs by washing your clothing and bed linens? The short answer is yes, doing the laundry can get rid of any bed bugs infesting your linens and clothing. However, if the infestation extends beyond your clothing or linens, you …

With the onset of cold weather, you will usually get a break from the itchy bites and irritating welts that bugs can inflict. Most mosquitoes either die off or overwinter far from human contact, and ticks and fleas take a break from their usually …

Of all the creepy insects and arachnids that find their way into human homes, none strike fear into the hearts of homeowners like bed bugs. Having an infestation of these insects can repel guests and residents alike with the threat of waking up in …

Bed bugs are tiny pests that multiply quickly and can overrun your home if left untreated. While the pests can appear at any time of the year, they are especially common in the fall and winter. Knowing the basics about bed bug activity can help you …

For many families, one of the most beloved rituals of the holiday season is bringing home a freshly cut Christmas tree to decorate and put on display. Nevertheless, there are risks involved with bringing a natural object that has been living outside …

Twenty-five years ago, bed bugs were not considered a common problem in North America, but now, requests for bed bug treatments have skyrocketed. International travel has helped the bugs spread around the world, and if they’re in your home, they …

Having bed bugs is a frustrating pain. Once you have acquired an infestation, it can feel like an insurmountable obstacle to rid yourself of your unwanted guests. Some people think that simply putting furniture and other indoor items outside might …

The more you know about the behaviour of bed bugs, the more it sounds like the plot of a horror movie: bed bugs lurk in the dark, waiting for you to fall asleep so that they can feast on your blood. That explanation may be an oversimplification, but …

Buying a new home is exciting, especially if it is your first. However, because it is such a huge investment, doing your due diligence to make sure there are no major problems before committing is critical. Bed bugs are very small insects that can …

Whether you are a hotel owner or an occasional vacationer, you may be curious as to how bed bugs impact the hospitality industry. Do hotel rooms ever become home to these insects? Are hotels liable for any negative outcomes customers experience as a …