Are you jumping to conclusions and assuming every oblong bug you see is a cockroach? With as gross as they are, and how quickly they can become a serious problem, no one can blame you. But, the truth is that there are a lot of bugs that look like cockroaches out there, and most of…
Whether we’ve experienced it or imagined it, we all understand how disgusting it must be to open a box of cereal only to have small bugs tumble out into your bowl. Bugs and food do not mix. But, what if that bug was a drugstore beetle, and it’s actually in your bedroom or bathroom? Why…
Earwigs are seriously intimidating-looking little bugs. They’re long and fast, and they have pincers attached to their rears, and those pincers look like they’re ready for business. And, these bugs also have a bad reputation for crawling into people’s ears while they sleep, making the ear wiggler one of the most feared insects. But the…
You love your furry friend. You go on walks together, take adventures together, and share a home together. You’ve been there for each other’s ups and downs, and that four-legged pal is always wagging its tail. But, when it comes to dogs and bugs, pet owners need to be careful. These pests can bite or…
Silverfish can infest a home quickly. These small, gray bugs are a common pest species, and they are fast, hide in the tightest crevices, and the females can lay 2 to 3 silverfish eggs a day, every day. And it doesn’t take long for them to hatch, leading to a silverfish infestation in no time….
Have you woken up to use the bathroom recently, only to flip the lights switch and see little bodies scurry across the bathroom floor? Your first thought might’ve been roaches, but these little bugs looked silver or gray in color. What were they? Those are silverfish in your bathroom. If you’re freaked out, we get…
We all know that spiders are overwhelmingly beneficial creatures. They eat other pests and keep the air traffic down around the house. However, they’re also freaking unnerving to stumble upon, and not everyone can stand the look of an 8-legged killer bouncing up and down on its nest. And, anyone who’s experienced itchy spider bites…
Most homeowners have been there before. It seems like all of a sudden, the insect population in our house goes from manageable to out of control. We haven’t changed anything, so it makes us wonder, why are there so many bugs in my house? The reality is that there are many reasons why you could…
Call it juvenile, but we think it’s hysterical that people want to know the answer to the question: do spiders poop? Spider poop is actually a hot subject, and we’re going to dive into this dirty topic to answer the questions surrounding arachnid fecal matter once and for all. Do spiders poop? Do spiders poop?…
We all know that spiders are ultimately a beneficial species, and many of us try to live in harmony with arachnids. However, a spider infestation in a home can turn even the most easy-going homeowner into a battle-ready exterminator looking to eradicate a population from their house. We get it, they’re awful, and if you…
Bed bugs are awful. These tiny little bugs crawl into our beds at night, bite into our skin, and suck our blood until they’ve had their fill. Then, they head back to their hiding spots, lay eggs, and wait to do it all over again in a couple of days. Luckily, folks who purchase the…
If you’re buying or selling a house, or you simply want to ensure that you never have to deal with termites again, you might have stumbled upon termite bonds. Bonds can be pretty intimidating subjects, so it would only make sense if the term made you a little nervous. This guide on termite bonds, what…