Black widow spiders can be found all over America, including in California. Black widow spiders thrive in almost any environment from rural to urban surroundings. They don’t intentionally invade homes they just often follow a food source. However, black widow spiders will also inhabit any area in the yard which can make them a threat.…
The place that you live is a home that you want to feel comfortable in. Most homes have décor that set a style and theme to the house. You also will find personal belongings in a home to show more about the people that live there. The home should also be a place that you…
Deer mice are found all over North America and are considered very dangerous because they can spread Hantavirus and Lyme disease. These are deadly diseases that can infect humans through contact with the rodent’s urine, feces or saliva. While deer mice prefer to live in forests, grasslands and in agricultural crops, they are found in…
Most homeowners have an overwhelming fear of a termite infestation. This comes for good reason; every year termites cost homeowners thousands of dollars in damage. A full blown infestation can not only cost a ton of money, but it can make your home unsafe as well as take a decent amount of time to fix.…
There are a number of bat species that inhabit the state of California. It comes as no surprise then to find bats collecting in attics, sheds or in trees. Most people believe bats like caves as many bats will gather during the day inside caves. However, they are not opposed to hiding in attics, sheds…
It is safe to say, everyone will encounter an ant or two at some point in their lives as there are an estimated 22,000 species of ants in the world, and only 12,500 are identified. The most common of pests that can easily infest any home, business, or other structures are ants, among others. Quite…
During the spring and summer, mosquitoes thrive and in some region’s such as Southern California, year around. Mosquitoes not only suck on the body of mammals they can transfer a number of harmful and deadly viruses while so doing. Controlling mosquitoes is considered a public concern. Unfortunately, completely controlling mosquitoes can be an impossible task.…
If you’ve ever had the experience of looking out your window and seeing a coyote, you’re not the only one. You may not even realize it is a coyote, as you will likely be in disbelief that a wild animal could be making itself comfortable in your backyard. But the truth is that coyotes make…
The German cockroach is the cockroach of concern, the species that gives all other cockroaches a bad name. The German cockroach is a widely distributed urban pest that can be found in houses, apartments, restaurants, hotels and other structures. They are found all over the United States. Their mere presence is a nuisance and they…
The spring and the summer months are a big time of year for pests. There are many pests that start to invade during these warmer months. They tend to need the warm air as well as the plants and food that are more abundant in these months as well. You need to be prepared for…
