If you’ve ever woken up in the morning with a new bug bite that you didn’t remember getting, you may have been curious as to how it got there, and who put it there. While it may not be possible to identify the exact creature responsible, the nature of the bug bite may give you a pretty […]

Fleas versus ticks is a battle no one wants any part of. Both of these pesky creatures can cause much anguish for whoever happens to come into contact with them. Unfortunately both are somewhat common, and if you have pets, you are even more likely to run into them from time to time. Obviously neither […]

Of all the many things to fear in our crazy world, spiders are at the top of many peoples list. They’re creepy and crawly and seem to come out of nowhere. There’s also the constant thought that they may be poisonous, as well. However, once you have all of the facts, you’ll see that fearing […]

Living in California’s fertile Central Valley has multiple benefits: mild, mostly dry winters; long, warm summers; lots of open space; and a thriving agricultural environment. But unfortunately, living here also has its drawbacks. For example, we’re more susceptible to certain pest problems like mosquitoes and field mice. Therefore, you need to be mindful of keeping […]

When it comes to keeping your home a safe and comfortable space for you and your loved ones, there are a number of things you must do on a regular basis. But out of all the numerous day-to-day tasks that you must keep up with, it could be argued that none are more important than […]

A spider encounter is the stuff of nightmares if you’re one of the many, many people out there suffering from arachnophobia. But if you have a full-blown spider infestation in your home, you may actually consider moving – or burning it down altogether. Luckily, you don’t really have to take such drastic measures. There are […]

Nobody wants to have bugs in their home, but if you had to allow them in, where is the last place you would want them to be? The kitchen, because that’s where all your food is. However, where do you think is the most likely place to find bugs in your home? The kitchen, because that’s […]

If you’ve noticed more than a few bugs in your home, you might just have an infestation on your hands. Few things are more annoying to deal with than pesky bugs invading the space where you should feel safest. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to take care of the problem and […]