There are many different types of bees and wasps buzzing around lately. Let’s take a closer look at what makes them seem so aggressive, the harm they can actually cause to your kids and pets, and what you can do to keep them away from your home. What You Need to Know About Bees and […]
Your Midwest Summer Survival Guide: How to Get Rid of Flies for Good Summer in the Midwest brings sunshine, BBQs, and… an invasion of tiny, winged pests. If you’ve noticed little flies circling your kitchen sink, hanging around produce, or popping up from potted plants, you’re not alone. Warm, humid weather creates ideal breeding conditions […]
If you’ve ever planted citronella or put up a bat house hoping to keep mosquitoes at bay, you’re not alone. Many of us try natural, family-friendly tips—but unfortunately, a lot of them don’t deliver real results. How to Get Your Yard Ready for Mosquito Season — Without Harming Butterflies, Kids, or Pets Whether you’re a […]
The season of bees and wasps is upon us. Although some species are a nuisance to us, insects like wasps, bees, and ants have a very special place in our ecosystem. Stinging insects pollinate plants, keep the food chain functioning, and act as decomposers in our environment. Did you know that one third of all […]
Surprised and irritated by the sudden appearance of numerous small flies? They’re more than likely one of these three most common species: fruit flies, drain flies (a.k.a. moth flies), or fungus gnats. Why should you care about the species? From a scientific control point of view, you have to identify the species of the invaders […]
“Bzzzzzzzzzz. SLAP!!!’ Everyone has experienced mosquito bites and some readers may have even been unfortunate enough to contract a mosquito-transmitted disease such as West Nile virus. Mosquito season is upon us once again, so here are some helpful facts about mosquitoes and what you can (and shouldn’t) do about them. Soon, mosquito season will be […]