They lurk in closets, under beds and inside shoes. No, they are not monsters — although for people with arachnophobia, they might as well be — they're spiders, hiding in the cracks and crevices of your home. The United States is home to more than 3,000 varieties of spiders, 60 of which are venomous.1 So it's no wonder that these eight-legged arachnids are popular symbols of Halloween.
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A brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) invasion of your home is an aggravating and embarrassing occurrence. After feeding on plants in your landscape during the warm months, these pests, which release an offensive odor when disturbed, gravitate toward the warmth and protection of the indoors in the fall. Your best line of defense when it comes to brown marmorated stink bugs (BMSB) is understanding them.
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Insect pests are sneaky. They get into your house undetected, and aren't noticed until they've made themselves at home. Finding ants, silverfish and more unpleasant intruders, such as cockroaches, in your home is unsettling. But by taking the time to understand the habits of these and other invaders, you can control them and prevent infestation.
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Summer has arrived, and with it the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. Backyard barbecues and opening your house to fresh, warm breezes are hallmarks of what should be a carefree season. But insect pests could put a damper on your fun.
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Buying your first home generates a lot of excitement and a long list of new tasks and responsibilities. For most homeowners, home security is a top priority, but keeping your home safe from intruders means you have to think about more than just deadbolts and home alarms. Whether you live in an urban area or among rolling country hills, a welcoming committee of common pests is waiting to make your home their own. Understanding when and how pests operate will help you protect your biggest investment and prevent seasonal pest problems.
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Spiders can come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Learn more interesting facts about these creepy, crawly creatures….
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Cockroaches are brown, black or mixed in color. They invade in swarms and leave tracks of bacteria. Learn even more intriguing facts about Cockroaches here…
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