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 […]
What Happens to Insects During Summer? How do insects respond to extreme heat? Does hot weather bother them? If you’ve ever spent any time in the tropics, you know the answer to this question. In the summer, insects flourish. The hotter it gets, the more insects you will notice, and they are likely to be […]
How to Prevent Stink Bugs From Getting In Your House As the summer comes to a close, you might notice stink bugs getting into your house. Why does this happen? Should you be alarmed? And what harm do stink bugs do when they’re in a home? The truth is, they don’t do much of anything. […]
How to Get Rid of Insects Attracted to Light Keeping flying insects out of your house can be tricky, especially when they’re attracted to your porch light and the lights indoors. In the summer, it sometimes seems like you can’t open a door without these creatures invading your house and causing disruption. Flying beetles, swarming […]
by Stanton E. Cope – Technical Director, Franklin Pest Solutions Some people get so thrilled they can hardly pack their bag fast enough when preparing for a big trip. Others may go through some anxiety or stress. No matter what kind of traveler you are, do some research to make sure you are prepared. Traveling […]