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HomeTeam Pest Defense – 5 Ways to L.I.M.I.T. Mosquitoes
Last year was a record year for mosquitoes, and based on the weird weather and rains we’ve experienced this spring, entomologists at HomeTeam Pest Defense believe mosquitoes may be even…
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National Pet Month: What pet lovers need to know about preventing fleas and ticks
May is National Pet Month and what better way to celebrate than making sure Fido and Fluffy are protected? According to a national survey from HomeTeam Pest Defense, 70 percent…
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Latest Buzz in Home-Building: Taexx Pest Control Technology to Make Your Life Easier
When you envision the beautiful new home you’re planning and building, chances are cockroaches are NOT in the picture. There is a way to keep them out – with…
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The Return of the 17-year Cicada
Where were you in 1996? When the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers to win the Super Bowl, Braveheart won the Oscar for Best Picture, and Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little…
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Termites Swarming and Ants Marching
Termites and ants are among the top pests homeowners worry about, and entomologists from HomeTeam Pest Defense are already beginning to see them swarming and "marching" into homes this spring.…
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Super Mosquitoes: What Homeowners Need to Know
Courtesy of WFLA-TV in Tampa HomeTeam experts in Florida have been called upon this week by news media in Tampa and Orlando to comment on the so-called "super mosquito." Some…
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Spring is in the Air – Pest-Proof Your Home Now
Spring is around the corner and with it comes more pests. While “good bugs” can be welcome (think bees, ladybugs and butterflies), many pests can be a nuisance, dangerous or…
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Signs of Home Damage Caused by Pests
Signs of Home Damage Caused by Pests Have you ever spotted a small mound of sawdust sitting beneath an electrical outlet? Heard a suspicious scratching inside the walls? Found unusual…
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Mice in the House: They Aren’t All Bad
If you’re like most homeowners, you probably cringe at the idea of having mice in the house, which is understandable. But there are some mice that everyone loves! Mickey Mouse…
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Hobby Month: Creative Ways to Allow Bugs in the Home
bugs in the home When is it acceptable to have bugs in the home? January is National Hobby Month, a perfect time to start a new hobby! You might cringe…
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Mythbusters: Bug Myths!
pest myths As a pest management service, we hear bug myths all the time. Some seem crazy, and some of the wildest myths are even true. We wanted to share…
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Storing Food Properly to Prevent Bugs in the Kitchen
The holidays are a great time of year for attending parties and hosting family gatherings. As an added benefit, we get to eat leftovers! Turkey, gingerbread, pecan pie are all…
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Christmas Tree Bugs
’Tis the season for hot cocoa, stockings, brightly wrapped packages, and—Christmas tree bugs? If you bring home living Christmas trees, you could easily bring unwanted guests home for the holidays.…
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Tips to Avoid Firewood Pests this Winter
There is nothing like a roaring fire on a cold winter’s day! But did you know that many pests feed and find shelter in the wood you bring in your…
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Bugs to be Thankful for – Some Bugs are Good Bugs
Good Bugs With Thanksgiving Day right around the corner, many Americans are expressing gratitude for things they usually take for granted, such as good bugs that help beautify flowers and…
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Hotel Travel Tips – Avoid Bed Bugs and Other Pests
Avoiding Hotel Bugs Never underestimate the power of choosing a quality hotel devoid of bed bugs and other pests. A good night’s rest and preventing an infestation at home could…