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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 »
Help! I Love Houseplants but Not Bugs
People are spending more time at home, and the desire to turn our home environment into a retreat has renewed a love for indoor gardening. Aside from the beauty of plants, there’s another reason for bringing them into the home: plants improve our health and wellbeing. But there’s a downside to houseplants that no… Read More »
Keep Your Clean! 15 Spring Cleaning Steps to Keep Pests Away
Spring is on the horizon. Before we know it, our clocks will be set forward for the year and daylight will last noticeably longer. Just as we will be reawakening for spring, so will unwanted pests. Spring is a time when bugs and rodents emerge from the frost to forage for food and raise… Read More »
Pests That Target Your Bathroom
For many people, a bathroom is a place of refuge, a spa where one can relax and shrug off the day. When nasty bugs interrupt that ‘you’ time, it’s time to take action. Not only is it horrifying to find pests in your bathroom, but the fright could cause you to slip and hurt… Read More »
8 Signs You Have a Rodent Infestation
As the weather begins to cool down, families everywhere look forward to getting cozy at home. Unfortunately, rodents have the exact same thing in mind. In fact, a survey conducted by the National Pest Management Association revealed that rodents are the most common winter pest and that 45 percent of rodent infestations occur in… Read More »
How To Thwart Pests Hitching A Ride On Your Holiday Décor
Decorating the house for the holiday season is a favorite activity for most families. There’s so much joy in unpacking the boxes of treasures that have lain hidden in the basement or attic for the past ten months. And, bringing home the Christmas tree is a family favorite. Don’t let your holiday cheer get… Read More »
Preventing Pests From Pestering Your Holiday
Summer is over. As temperatures drop, most of us want to cozy up indoors with a hot bowl of soup and a heartwarming movie. Well, it’s not so different for pests, so don’t be surprised to see ants, rodents, spiders, and more trying to join you in your cold-weather nesting instincts. As the season… Read More »
Will Termites Eat This? (Probably)
Termites are tiny cellulose-eating monsters that can cause thousands of dollars in damage to the structure and belongings in your home before being noticed. Nicknamed the ‘silent destroyer’ because of how long they can go undetected, termites literally obtain their life-sustaining nutrients from your home, regardless of its construction type. Cellulose is an organic… Read More »
Traditional or Alternative Pest Control Treatment? Choosing the Right Solution for Your Home
At a time when going “green” is growing in popularity alongside increasing concerns about the environment, there is one industry that is hardly ever thought of as eco-friendly: pest control. But it’s possible to protect your home and the environment without letting those pesky pests share your space. It’s true that termites, rodents, roaches,… Read More »
