Roaches, Flies, and Occasional Invaders
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Invasion of the Occasional Invaders
Occasional invaders are a group of insects and arthropods that invade homes when outside conditions make it difficult to survive in their natural habitat. These conditions may be severe heat, cold,...
Read moreHover Flies: Indiana's Most Annoying, Yet Harmless, Summer Visitors
One cannot be outside very long in the month of August in Indiana without encountering the pesky Hover Fly. This tiny flying pest is also known as Corn Fly, Flower Fly, Helicopter Fly and mistakenly...
Read moreUnderstanding Cluster Flies: What Makes Them Different?
Did you know that there are types of flies that have no interest in filth or foods that we eat? The Cluster fly, also known as the attic fly, is identified as a large and...
Read moreBoxelder Bugs ~ Unwelcome Visitors
Boxelder bugs attract our attention more than one time per year as we try to understand and control this pest. First of all, Boxelder bugs are not just a spring or fall insect pest; however...
Read moreHow to Get Rid of Roaches and Keep Them Out for Good
In your house, roaches are the last thing you want to see. They spread germs, trigger allergies, and make your living space feel dirty. If you've spotted even one, there's a good chance more are...
Read moreTop Things Attracting Cockroaches to Your Home
Among the pests that may infiltrate your house the most persistently are cockroaches. Sometimes we aren't even conscious of what is attracting them, yet they manage to get in no matter how hard you...
Read morePowderpost Beetles - What are they?
During inspections it is quite common to see evidence of wood destroying beetles many times referred to as powderpost beetles. Two of the most common powderpost beetles to be encountered are the...
Read morePhorid Fly - The Other Filth Fly
Of all the filth flies that have been discussed in previous articles, there is one species that is just especially nasty, especially in restaurants and commercial properties. The Phorid Fly is just...
Read moreCluster or Attic Flies in the Home
On occasion a homeowner may find an unusual number of large black sluggish flies in the home. At first thought, one may believe that flies are a variety of filth fly. Very likely the invaders...
Read moreFungus Gnats and Houseplants
How do fungus gnats enter the home? If one finds gnats and cannot find the source, what should a homeowner do? Put yourself in the place of your favorite detective and look for clues. First...
Read moreBoxelder Bugs ~ the Other Occasional Invader
Boxelder Bugs are a unique insect that typically feed on sap from tender leaves or seeds produced by the female of the boxelder tree, ash, maple or a variety of fruit trees. This insect is...
Read moreThe Roach that is not considered a Pest.
Normally when one's thoughts turn to cockroaches, our minds concentrate on filth and potential pathogens and disease. Today's article includes a species of cockroach that is the exception to filth...
Read moreReading About It Is Step One
If the bug in the article is the bug in your house, the next step is a free quote from a technician who has seen it before.