April showers bring May flowers, but they also carry with them a wave of insects, bugs and other pests eager to invade your home. The small game hunters and pest control specialists at Smitter Pest Control know firsthand that after hibernating all winter, these invaders...
Termites represent one of the costliest types of pest infestation for homeowners. A termite colony of 60,000 workers has the potential to devour approximately one cubic foot of wood a year. Left unchecked, this eventually leads to severe damage to your home, and unlike ants...
It’s that time of year again. The warmer weather sends everyone running outside. Unfortunately, sunny days bring out bees looking to build nests in and around your home. While great for pollinating plants and producing honey, bees never rank high on anyone’s list of popular houseguests....
With the arrival of summer comes the unwanted emergence of three dangerous biting insects –– ticks, mosquitoes and fleas. Able to rapidly multiply and infect yards, homes and pets, many biting insects carry dangerous diseases easily transferred through contact. In order to protect yourself and your...
When you come home after a long day, do you always put everything away where it belongs? Have you recycled all of your old newspapers and cardboard boxes? Do you always wipe off the counters after eating? Most people answer no to these questions —...
With an abundance of hidden cracks, holes and crevices in most homes, rodents, bugs and insects often find their way inside. Preventing these pests from invading often becomes a difficult task, but with the right procedures managing pests before a full-blown infestation becomes a sure...
In addition to warmer days and sunshine, Spring tends to bring something else with it — ants, mice, flies and other household pests. These unwanted visitors accompany the wonderful warm weather and enter your home, causing numerous problems and inconveniences. Knowing common pests and how to...
Although many kids love insects and bugs, you want to avoid them interacting while in your home. However, as a parent, you become wary of pesticides, poisons and other chemicals that holds the potential to harm your children. With the right procedures, keeping your kids...