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Mosquitoes: 24×7 Prevention with In2Care
When we think of mosquitoes, we mostly think of them as tiny pests, biting as we try to enjoy a bit of backyard life. One interesting fact about the mosquito is that they like pregnant women and beer drinkers best. But, refraining from having a family or enjoying a beer on your patio is… Read More »
Countering Creepy Cockroaches
Finding a cockroach in your home instantly unleashes feelings of disgust and fear. We all know where there is one, there are many. Richard Kaae, an entomologist at California State University reveals that cockroaches are the number one insect people fear most. This fear is so prevalent it even has a name: katsaridaphobia. Cockroaches… Read More »
How Proactive Pest Control Drives Home Value
Every homeowner enjoys the perks that homeownership provides, and performing regular maintenance on that home is key to ensuring it remains a personal and financial asset to you and your family. With ongoing foresight and diligence, not only will your home remain a sanctuary for you and your family, but it will also increase… Read More »
Bob Vila’s Must-Do Projects to Pest-Proof Your Home
The Smithsonian Institute estimates that there are about 10 quintillion individual insects alive in the world. That’s a number with 19 zeros! In the United States alone, there are 91,000 insect species, so it would be nearly impossible for any homeowner to disregard the possibility of a pest infestation at some time. The good… Read More »
Tick Diseases Rising Steadily, Warns CDC
Spending time outdoors should be an experience that increases our health and well-being. But it’s not as carefree and rejuvenating as we’d like so long as we have to share our habitat with ticks. Ticks… Read More »
Experts Advise to Avoid These Summer Pests
Some summer pests are simply a nuisance, while others can be destructive or pose health risks. Here are some of the bugs Chief Entomologist of the National Pest Management Association, Dr. Jim Fredericks, says we should avoid: Flies can put a damper on any outdoor BBQ or picnic. They’re important to control as they… Read More »
7 Tips to Stop Mosquitos From Breeding on Your Property
Did you know that mosquitos can breed in the amount of water it takes to fill a bottle cap? If you’re looking forward to having friends and family over now that the pandemic is subsiding, it may be time to eliminate the conditions in your yard that are encouraging mosquitos to breed right under… Read More »
Survey Reveals Which Bugs Concern US Residents the Most in Summer
Summer is the busiest time of the year for pests because many bugs such as mosquitos, bees, flies, ticks, fleas, and more thrive in the hot weather. Unfortunately, it’s particularly worrisome to many because it’s also the time of year when we and our families want to spend time outdoors enjoying the beautiful weather…. Read More »
This Family Survived a Bed Bug Infestation
Firsthand accounts of the difficulties of a bed bug infestation aren’t common. That’s why we at Ecola wanted to bring it to the attention of our customers and readers. The experience of the family in this Today’s Parent magazine article is not unique. When bed bugs strike in your home, it could be a… Read More »
These Bugs Will Eat Your Clothes
Picture this: It’s early Monday morning and you’re reaching for your favorite, coziest sweater to wear to work only to find that it’s riddled with tiny holes. If your first assumption is that closet moths are to blame, you could be right. You could also be wrong. In addition to moths, termites, and carpet… Read More »
