Most people think they can take a break from yard maintenance during the winter. This is true to an extent, but there are a few things you should be doing to keep your yard in good repair in winter. Read on to learn some of the best lawn, tree, and pest tips for maintaining your
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Boxelder bugs are a nuisance throughout the spring and summer. As temperatures decrease in the fall, boxelder bugs start moving into homes to hibernate—becoming even more of an annoyance. The good news is you can prevent boxelder bugs from entering your home this fall with a few simple steps described in this post. Boxelder Bug
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Mosquitoes are one of the most irritating pests, but they’re also one of the deadliest. Some species of mosquito carry potentially dangerous diseases like dengue fever, malaria, West Nile virus, and zika virus that spread through their bites. While many of these diseases are not a problem in Utah, you’ll probably still want to know
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Are tiny red bugs taking over your home? Clover mites (or lawn mites) are invading homes in full force this year, and they can be hard to get rid of. Learn how to repel these little pests in this post. Introduction to Clover Mites (Lawn Mites) Clover mites are pesky little arachnids that invade in
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The phrase “don’t let the bed bugs bite” takes on a whole new meaning when you really have bed bugs. All you want is a peaceful sleep without the threat of bug bites, but bed bugs are hard to kill and can reproduce very quickly. Here’s how to identify if you have a bed bug
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Thanksgiving is coming up soon, so people are giving thanks, but one thing we’re not thankful for is cockroaches. If you’ve tried to get rid of cockroaches before, you know how resilient they are. We’ll explain how you can prevent cockroaches from moving in and how to get rid of them if they’re already sharing
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It’s the season for bees and wasps! Unless you’re a beekeeper, you probably don’t want anything to do with them. For good reason too—those stings hurt! This year learn the differences between bees and wasps so you know who to call to get rid of them. Jump to a Section: Honeybees Paper Wasps Bald-faced Hornets
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The elm seed bug has come to stay for the summer. Native to Europe, this pest didn’t live in Utah 10 years ago. Over time it has become more and more common along the Wasatch Front and in Cache County. The insect gets its name from where it’s found and what it eats: seeds from
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As a business owner and a longtime observer of the pest control and lawn care industry, I have seen dramatic changes over the years, but none more dramatic than the change brought on by the door-to-door pest control revival, especially here in Utah. I know the subject is a little controversial, but I think it
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