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Identifying, Treating, and Preventing Bed Bug Infestations

admin — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 15:30:12 +0000

Bed bug infestations are an increasing problem across North America. If you fear you have an infestation or have been exposed to one, you are not alone, and there are solutions. It’s important to first identify if you indeed have…

How Likely Am I to be Bitten by the East Asian Tick in Manassas?

Miriam Caldwell — Thu, 26 Apr 2018 22:46:20 +0000

There have recent reports about the East Asian tick in the news. This tick has just been identified as establishing itself in the United States. This tick species is considered extremely invasive and it is hard to eradicate. At this…

5 Frequently Asked Questions About Bed Bugs

Miriam Caldwell — Sat, 14 Apr 2018 02:16:36 +0000

Bed bugs are a growing problem throughout the United States. Since they were eradicated in the United States for nearly fifty years, many people are not sure on how to treat them and how to avoid getting them. With the…

Why Is My Home So Humid?

Miriam Caldwell — Sat, 07 Apr 2018 03:28:45 +0000

Living in a humid home can be frustrating. It allows mold to grow on your walls. It can cause issues with your comfort level and make your heating or air conditioning systems to work harder. There are a few areas…

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5 Things That Attract Termites to Your Home and Property

Miriam Caldwell — Tue, 03 Apr 2018 18:02:46 +0000

If you are concerned about termites, you may be wondering what you can do to protect your home from the invasion of termites. Termites serve an important part in the ecosystem. They help to break trees and wood back into…

5 Home Maintenance Projects to Protect Yourself from Termites

Miriam Caldwell — Fri, 30 Mar 2018 18:23:13 +0000

Termites can cause thousands of dollars to your home in a very short period of time. Termites will steadily eat through the wood of your home all while remaining hidden. It is important to regularly have your home inspected for…

How Can I Stop Rodents from Getting in My Home?

Miriam Caldwell — Wed, 07 Mar 2018 20:56:16 +0000

Rodents can quickly damage your home and they spread a number of serious illnesses including hantavirus. It is very stressful to realize that you have rodents in your home leaving trails of droppings and urine as they scamper through your…

How to Get Rid of Fleas with Salt

admin — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 09:54:45 +0000

If your house or pets are suffering from a flea infestation, you may need some help. Flea bites will not only result in terrible itching and pain, but for those with allergies, skin inflammation is inevitable. Fleas are known to be carriers of several serious diseases, such as typhus, tapeworm, and even plague. This is a cause for great concern if fleas are in your home

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Little Known Facts about Termites

Miriam Caldwell — Tue, 20 Feb 2018 17:35:19 +0000

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What Steps Can I Take to Get Rid of Bed Bugs?

Miriam Caldwell — Thu, 08 Feb 2018 17:34:44 +0000

Bed bugs can be difficult to deal with because the treatments for them work best when applied directly to the bugs, and they are excellent hiders. They will hide in cracks that you may barely notice. It takes a professional…