Our story begins in the 1970s, when the pest control company Bryce Stewart worked for went out of business, leaving him to search for new opportunities. Unsure where to go next, Bryce talked with his wife, LaVaun, about creating their own pest control company. An accountant and entrepreneur herself, LaVaun was unsure about the idea
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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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You might think fall is the time to take a break from lawn care until spring rolls around again, but fall is actually the most important season for Kentucky Bluegrass. Fertilization treatments applied in autumn help your lawn bounce back from winter dormancy the following year, and aerating in the fall strengthens your lawn’s root
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Has your sycamore tree been looking sickly? Are you wondering what the problem could be? The truth is that sycamore trees suffer from a variety of problems. Here are three of the most common: Sycamore anthracnose Sycamore plant bug Sycamore scale You’ll learn how to identify and treat these problems in this post. Sycamore Anthracnose:
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Are your aspen trees struggling? Aspen trees are prone to many problems because of their soft bark. Use this guide to determine if your aspen tree has a common, treatable problem. Skip to a section: Iron chlorosis Sunscald Leaf spot Cytospora canker Powdery mildew Aspen borer Oyster shell scale Leaves Turning Yellow Too Soon? Iron
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Does your tree have shriveled leaves with white or black spots and sticky sections? Your tree may be under attack. Many insects consume tree foliage and fruit, causing damage that looks unsightly and can weaken the tree. Though leaf-munching pests create easily visible damage, it’s usually not enough to permanently damage the tree. However, when
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Is your lawn looking yellow in spots—even though you water diligently? It could be yellow for a number of reasons: Lawn grubs Lawn fungi Watering issues Compact soil Animal urine Nitrogen fertilizer overload Nutrient deficiency Mowing problems Dry weather 1. Lawn Grubs Your yellow lawn culprit could be a type of lawn grub! Any pest
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Have you struggled to grow a flower garden in the past? Are you sick of pulling weeds in your flowerbed? In this post, you’ll learn tips for a healthy garden and find a solution to your weed-pulling woes. The following tips are helpful for anyone planning to grow a flower garden this year: Pick the
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