Where Do Gnats Come From?
If you’re wondering where do gnats come from in the winter, the answer is this: most gnats are already inside your home, not coming from outside. Gnats survive cold weather by finding warm, damp areas indoors. Kitchens, drains, trash bins, and houseplants provide everything they need to live and reproduce. Even during freezing temperatures in […]
Do Carpenter Bees Sting? How Oklahoma City Pest Control Can Help
A carpenter bee is a large, solitary bee known for boring holes into wood to create nests. Unlike honeybees, which live in colonies, carpenter bees are solitary and prefer untreated or weathered wood, often causing structural damage to homes, decks, and fences. Carpenter bees resemble bumblebees but have smooth, shiny abdomens and are typically seen […]
How Long Do Spiders Live in Oklahoma City?
Ah, Oklahoma City – a beautiful land of wide-open spaces, friendly faces, and… spiders. You might be surprised (perhaps unpleasantly so) to learn that our city is not just famous for its barbecues and basketball but that it also serves as a cozy haven for all sorts of creepy crawlies, spiders included. The good news […]
8 Signs You Need to Hire an Exterminator for Spiders in Oklahoma City
You’re curled up on the couch, enjoying a relaxing evening, when suddenly you spot a shadowy figure scuttling across the floor. It’s a spider, and it’s not alone. There are several. Don’t panic. For many homeowners in Oklahoma City, this scenario is all too familiar. While a few lone spiders might not be cause for […]
How To Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Oklahoma City Property
When people think about dangerous summer pests, the ones that come to mind are usually things like wasps, hornets, tarantulas, and scorpions. It’s true that these bad boys can pack a punch; they’re not nearly as dangerous as the unsuspecting mosquito. Mosquitoes are responsible for over one million deaths per year, making them the deadliest […]
Answering Commonly Asked Mosquito Questions In Oklahoma City
We get a lot of questions about mosquitoes. Obviously, many of the questions concern mosquito bites. Mosquitoes have a reputation for spreading harmful and potentially deadly viruses. If you have questions about mosquitoes, it is likely you’ll find them in this short list of our commonly asked mosquito questions. Why do mosquitoes bite you? Mosquito […]
Four Helpful Rodent Prevention Tips For Oklahoma City Property Owners
Here in Oklahoma City (OKC), we’ve got a lot going for us. From all the fun of the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum to the beauty of the Bricktown canal, there’s a reason why OKC is the place to be! Unfortunately, it seems like rodents have the same idea. As in most big cities, […]
Four Signs Your Oklahoma City Home May Have A Bed Bug Problem
Have you ever felt like you’re not alone in your house? This feeling can stick with you, even if you don’t have any hard evidence. Maybe it’s the coffee mug that you swore you left upstairs, yet it’s down in the living room. Or maybe you’re certain you left the back door unlocked, but now […]
Eight Quick & Effective Cricket Prevention Tips For Oklahoma City Property Owners
For many Oklahoma City property owners, the sound of crickets in Oklahoma at night can be a regular summer backdrop. While some people find the chirping noise comforting and even relaxing, others find it quite grating. They might be best known for making this noise, but it’s actually only the males that do so. Whether […]
Oklahoma City’s Mini Guide To Effective Ant Control
If you are spotting ants along baseboards, inside cabinets, or near sinks, the colony is usually nesting outside and sending worker ants inside for food or moisture. What starts as a few ants can quickly turn into a full infestation if the source is not addressed. Effective ant control requires removing attractants, sealing entry points, […]