Why Bed Bugs Are Difficult to Eliminate

By Chris Williams on April 26, 2017

While the populations of many pests and even beneficial insects are on the decline globally, bed bug infestations are on the rise in the U.S. and around the world. Each year brings more reports of homes and businesses playing host to these unwelcome guests that feed on the blood of humans. And just as numerous…

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CARPENTER BEE VISITS ARE BRIEF AND STINGS ARE RARE

By Chris Williams on April 25, 2017

We have a couple of bumble bees that seem to be burrowing into the teak table on our back deck. Whenever we get near, they dive bomb us. I’m worried that the kids are going to be stung. I don’t want to get rid of the table, is there anything we can do?  L. C.,…

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Brown marmorated stink bug update

By Chris Williams on April 24, 2017

Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) is an invasive insect species from Asia that has caused serious economic impact on producers of many different crops in states where it has become well established.  It is thought to have arrived in the US in shipping crates. Although adult bugs can fly, it’s an efficient hitchhiker and migration…

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Proactive versus reactive pest control

By Chris Williams on April 21, 2017

Recently, I worked with two exceptional clients who I would describe as proponents of pro-active pest control.  Each case involved a rodent infestation and upon discovering an issue the client took immediate steps to remedy the situation by contracting with a pest control firm rather than be in denial (like a letting a termite infestation…

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COULD THESE MUD TUBES BE FROM TERMITES?

By Chris Williams on April 20, 2017

When I was down in our crawlspace over the weekend I saw some mud tubes or tunnels on the cinderblock wall. They seemed to end at the floor joists. I broke one open but didn’t see anything inside. I’m worried that these have something to do with termites. Can you put my mind at ease?…

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